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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters I and II.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. For how long has Ned's mother been ill?
(a) 6 years.
(b) Most of her life.
(c) 3 years.
(d) 1 year.

2. What emotion seems to be just below the surface of Mrs. Scallop?
(a) Self-righteousness.
(b) Joy.
(c) Anger.
(d) Depression.

3. How old is Ned when his mother becomes ill?
(a) 8.
(b) 2.
(c) 5.
(d) 10.

4. What does Ned believe about his mother and Hilary?
(a) They have a special understanding.
(b) They can read minds.
(c) They are both pranksters.
(d) They have nothing in common.

5. What does Ned do as his father pays the visit?
(a) Plays outside.
(b) Sits in the car.
(c) In the nurses's station.
(d) Sits quietly in a chair.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Mrs. Scallop sometimes lapse into?

2. Why does Ned think his father will be upset with him?

3. Why does Ned not like dining with members of the congregation?

4. Where does Ned realize his father is taking his present?

5. Who does Ned knows that lives in New York City?

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