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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 17-20.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the technique called that Little Man's speech therapist has taught him in order to help with his stutter in Chapter 1?
(a) Syllabic Reasoning.
(b) Aspirated Thought.
(c) Gentle Air.
(d) Soft Speaking.

2. What does Big Sack do with the gin he asks for after Ara T has collapsed in Chapter 17?
(a) He pours the gin over Ara T's wound.
(b) He drinks the gin.
(c) He gives the gin to Mam to drink.
(d) He pours the gin down Ara T's throat.

3. What children's television show does Little Man describe watching in Chapter 4?
(a) Captain Kangaroo.
(b) The Howdy Doody Show.
(c) Mister Rogers' Neighborhood.
(d) Sesame Street.

4. What does Little Man say Mam looks like in the photo from the zoo?
(a) An Indian.
(b) A peacock.
(c) A movie star.
(d) A cowgirl.

5. How does the author denote Little Man's speech struggles in the dialogue sections of the novel?
(a) "T-t-t-t."
(b) "R-r-r-r."
(c) "H-g-g-g."
(d) "S-s-s-s."

Short Answer Questions

1. What prophet does Mam describe she waits with Little Man for their photograph at the zoo?

2. What confection does Little Man's mother bring to him when his parents return from their trip in Chapter 19?

3. How will Mr. Spiro be traveling on his trip?

4. What word is written on the second piece of the dollar bill that Mr. Spiro gives to Little Man?

5. By what nickname does Mam call the narrator of the story?

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