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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 23 and Afterword.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 10, Tara says of her mother, "I wanted to run to her and stroke her hair and tell her it was only" what?
(a) A bad dream.
(b) Her worst nightmare.
(c) A matter of time.
(d) A rare occurance.

2. What diagnosis does the family internist give for Tara's condition in Chapter 6?
(a) "Depression with suicidal tendencies."
(b) "Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder."
(c) "Bipolar Disorder."
(d) "Insecurities and self-esteem problems."

3. Tara says that she is sent to what classes starting in first grade in Chapter 2?
(a) French.
(b) Algebra.
(c) Gymnastics.
(d) Catechism.

4. What classmates see Tara get reprimanded by her neighbor in Chapter 1?
(a) Kevin and Richard.
(b) Richard and Sam.
(c) Chuck and Kevin.
(d) Sam and Chuck.

5. What refers to the part of narrative where the main part happens or the most dramatic part?
(a) Climax.
(b) Exposition.
(c) Denouement.
(d) Rising action.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who wrote the Afterword to the novel?

2. What question does Tara greet Sam with when he arrives in Chapter 18?

3. When Tara and her friends share their fears in Chapter 3, Tara says that she is afraid of what?

4. Who does Tara call repeatedly at work to express her anxiety and fears in Chapter 8?

5. In what grade is Tara in Chapter 13?

(see the answer key)

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