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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through “Before,” Part 2 (pages 21-38).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Miles's mother make a "small mountain of" for his going-away party in “one hundred thirty-six days before"?
(a) Artichoke dip.
(b) Spaghetti.
(c) Potato salad.
(d) Pasta salad.

2. Who is the teacher of Miles's World Religions class at the boarding school?
(a) Dr. Forrester.
(b) Dr. Walsten.
(c) Dr. Smith.
(d) Dr. Hyde.

3. Where is Takumi from?
(a) Brazil.
(b) Japan.
(c) Korea.
(d) Thailand.

4. What is the name of the "amazingly (and understandably) obese" cook at the boarding school?
(a) Marya.
(b) Maureen.
(c) Mrs. Forrester.
(d) Katie.

5. What are the two words contained in the "Dress Code" section of the boarding school's handbook?
(a) School uniform.
(b) Black tie.
(c) Modest attire.
(d) Casual modesty.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Chip's nickname in the novel?

2. Who is the author of the poem that Chip quotes with the line "Miles to go before I sleep" in “one hundred twenty-eight days before”?

3. What is Chip doing to prepare for a date when Miles comes into their dorm room in “one hundred twenty-two days before”?

4. What nickname does Chip give to Miles when they meet?

5. What was the name of Alaska's roommate that was expelled from the school?

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