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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 9-12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At what address does Little Man encounter a boy who stares at a silent television in Chapter 3?
(a) 3423 Bealle Street.
(b) 1348 Harbert Street.
(c) 1219 Vinton Street.
(d) 124 Gold Street.

2. Little Man describes reading a book about what sports figure in Chapter 3?
(a) Michael Jordan.
(b) Babe Ruth.
(c) Wayne Gretsky.
(d) Lou Gehrig.

3. Where does Little Man's family live?
(a) Birmingham.
(b) Little Rock.
(c) Memphis.
(d) Oxford.

4. Why do Little Man's parents take him home early from the restaurant in Chapter 7?
(a) Because he throws up.
(b) Because he insults the waiter.
(c) Because he insults his mother's friend.
(d) Because he stutters.

5. When does Little Man tell Mam that Rat will be returning home in Chapter 10?
(a) Wednesday.
(b) Monday.
(c) Saturday.
(d) Thursday.

Short Answer Questions

1. What French philosopher does Mr. Spiro cite with the phrase "Speech was given to man to disguise his thoughts," in Chapter 5?

2. Who is listed as Little Man's father on his birth certificate?

3. What does Mam say Big Sack's family name is in Chapter 4?

4. What color is the handle of Little Man's knife that he describes in Chapter 1?

5. Who does Little Man say is his favorite baseball player in Chapter 5?

(see the answer key)

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