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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Lost in the Funhouse.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How old is Peter?
(a) 14
(b) 16
(c) 15
(d) It is never said how old Peter is

2. Why does Peter insist they stand by the funhouse?
(a) So their parents can find them
(b) So he can watch the girls’ skirts blow up
(c) In case someone gives them tickets
(d) So they can hear the laughing

3. Of what kind of material are Ambrose’s pants made?
(a) Cotton
(b) Brushed denim
(c) Polyester
(d) Gabardine

4. In what situation does the narrator say it is not a good idea for an author to use the first person?
(a) When the narrator identifies too strongly with the narrator
(b) When the story is written for children
(c) When it is obvious the events could not be real
(d) When it is essential for the narrator to know what every character is thinking

5. Why did Ambrose’s mother put off his baptism?
(a) She had just procrastinated
(b) She could not decide what church to use
(c) She is not baptized herself
(d) She wanted him to understand the ceremony

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the family decide to do instead of swim in the ocean?

2. What nickname does Magda use for Ambrose?

3. What is the name of the character who is advertising the funhouse?

4. From what point of view does Ambrose narrate the story of his life to himself?

5. What does Ambrose finally figure out about his father’s reaction when Ambrose says he is going through the funhouse with Magda?

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