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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapter 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what month does Jamie return home?
(a) February.
(b) November.
(c) December.
(d) October.

2. Which of the following does Jamie NOT do when arriving at his grandparents' flat?
(a) Takes a nap.
(b) Warms himself by the fire.
(c) Chats with Gran.
(d) Drinks tea.

3. What does Jamie do as Granda enjoys spending time with the locals in the pub?
(a) Slips away to call Karen.
(b) Orders a round for everybody.
(c) Reads a newspaper.
(d) Calls a cab for a ride home.

4. What is Granda's appearance when Jamie sees him?
(a) Near death.
(b) Larger than life.
(c) Robust and vital.
(d) Small and fragile.

5. Why is Jamie concerned when Granda tells him a story about a visit from John MacLean while in the Housing Commission office?
(a) John MacLean had an affair with Gran.
(b) Granda never knew anyone named John MacLean.
(c) John MacLean moved to America before Granda took the Housing Commission job.
(d) John MacLean died before Granda took the Housing Commission job.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do those close to Granda know about the personal accusations against him?

2. Beside whose grave is Granda buried?

3. What is the weather like when Jamie returns home?

4. What does the group of teenagers want from Jamie?

5. What do the teenagers question Jamie about?

(see the answer key)

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