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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 159 - 173.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What are two of the items Ellen remembers they need at home?
(a) Break and trash bags
(b) Freezer bags and sugar
(c) Coffee and eggs
(d) Toilet bowl cleaner and milk

2. Why does Kate say her mouth tastes like tin?
(a) Because of the anti-depressants
(b) Because of the platinum in the chemotherapy
(c) Because of the cancer
(d) Because of the restrictive diet

3. What kind of vehicle does Jeff have?
(a) A Silverado
(b) A Jeep
(c) A Camry
(d) A Toyota

4. How does Ellen make the trip back to Langhorne?
(a) Plane
(b) Train
(c) Rental car
(d) Bus

5. What two words are repeated in the lullaby Ellen's mother sings to her?
(a) Lullaby and good-night
(b) Ellen and Mama
(c) Peace and joy
(d) Safe and sound

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Ellen compare her mother's chest to?

2. How much younger is Stevie than Kate?

3. What kind of trees do the Minnies decorate each year?

4. Where does Ellen spend the night after Kate asks Ellen to help end her suffering?

5. What color do the Minnies decide they'll use to decorate their trees?

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