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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 16.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When she thinks about Maggie begging to come home at some future date, what does Mudder do?
(a) Laugh gleefully.
(b) Weep mournfully.
(c) Wring her hands.
(d) Smile vindictively.

2. What does Pete say about Maggie's shape at the beginning of Chapter 6?
(a) "It's outa sight."
(b) "It's fine, fine, fine."
(c) "It could use some work."
(d) "It's quite remarkable."

3. What color does the book say Mudder's face turns when she is angry?
(a) Bright red.
(b) Almost purple.
(c) Dull yellow.
(d) Pale grey.

4. What is the name of the next door neighbor who Mudder says she warned Maggie about?
(a) Sally McCallister.
(b) Sadie MacMallister.
(c) Sandy MacDonald.
(d) Sheila McMasters.

5. Where do Pete and Maggie often go together on weekday evenings?
(a) To church.
(b) To the park.
(c) To saloons.
(d) To plays.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who always triumphs at the end of the plays that Pete and Maggie attend?

2. How does Maggie look at Pete as they listen to the singer in Chapter 12?

3. What vehicle does Jimmie fear, respect, and love with "a distant dog-like devotion"?

4. Where does Jimmie tell Mudder that Maggie has gone?

5. During the fight between Mudder and Fader in Chapter 3, what sound accompanies the howls, groans, and shrieks?

(see the answer key)

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