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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Jerome check his fireplace before lighting a fire?
(a) He wants to be sure he has used up the wood from the last fire
(b) He wants to be sure the draft is right
(c) A rat resides in the chimney
(d) The family of spotted skunks may be hiding there

2. By chewing up his letters, what do the mice accomplish for Jerome?
(a) They provide warmth
(b) He no longer needs to think about the past
(c) They clean out the box under his bed for him
(d) He does not have to burn them now

3. Emma Lou Eppy could be described as...
(a) A tom boy
(b) A future fashion model
(c) A diva
(d) A gang member

4. How is Jerome able to tolerate skunks in the house?
(a) They do not use their weapons on him
(b) They keep him warm at night
(c) They are polite and do not want to stay
(d) They listen to him talk

5. What is unique about Jerome's front wndow?
(a) It is the size of a storefront window
(b) It is covered with draperies
(c) It is a sliding glass door
(d) It is made of stained glass

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Emma Lou feel about Donald?

2. How do Mr. and Mrs. Grouch respond to Jerome's talking?

3. Where are Jerome's stonecutting tools?

4. Who is Mr. Grouch?

5. Who is Ben Eppy?

(see the answer key)

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