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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapter 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. As a child, what did Hugh prefer to do rather than play with the other children?
(a) Watch TV.
(b) Study bridge and building construction.
(c) Go to church.
(d) Read comic books.

2. Which of the following does Jamie NOT tell Granda on Christmas night?
(a) How much Jamie loves Granda.
(b) Granda is one of the greats of his time.
(c) How much Granda's life has meant to Jamie.
(d) He wants to take him to church.

3. Where does Jamie suggest he should stay?
(a) With his uncle.
(b) With his teacher.
(c) With Granda Hugh and Gran Margie.
(d) With Mrs. Drake.

4. Why is Jamie's family going to Scotland?
(a) For a vacation.
(b) To buy property.
(c) It is their home.
(d) On a business trip.

5. What does Gran admit that Granda always cut corners on?
(a) His integrity.
(b) Building materials.
(c) Christmas gifts.
(d) Side streets.

Short Answer Questions

1. What takes the place of drinking and shouting in Jamie's life when he lives with his grandparents?

2. What is Jamie's mood as the story begins?

3. How old is Jamie Bawn at the beginning of the story?

4. Why had Jamie left home years ago?

5. What does Jamie help Gran do before returning home?

(see the answer key)

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