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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 3 and 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Mama really do with the check?
(a) Returns it to the person who gave it to her.
(b) Takes it to the bank.
(c) Tears it up.
(d) Burns it.

2. How does Uncle Chris spend his money?
(a) He puts it away for the childrens' education.
(b) He gambles everything away and lost.
(c) He helps sick children overcome disabilities.
(d) He gives it to the family in his will.

3. What does Mama want to buy with the money from the check?
(a) A new coat.
(b) A new house.
(c) Food.
(d) Books for the children.

4. Where does Mama count the family's money every week?
(a) Living room couch.
(b) Back porch.
(c) Kitchen table.
(d) Desk.

5. What does Mama have for lunch in Chapter 3?
(a) Nothing.
(b) Bread and water.
(c) Two cups of coffee.
(d) A turkey sandwich.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which character does Uncle Chris sing to?

2. Which character demands her dowry money back from Uncle Chris' estate?

3. Why does Mama clear out the front room?

4. Which heirlooms does Uncle Chris sell without telling anyone?

5. In Chapter 1, the family needs extra money to pay for which of the following?

(see the answer key)

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