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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 5.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Lorraine say about John's hostility?
(a) It's an act.
(b) It's threatening their friendship.
(c) It stems from alcohol abuse.
(d) It gets him arrested.

2. While Lorraine talks to Mr. Pignati by phone, what does John do?
(a) Takes a nap.
(b) Watches TV.
(c) Takes her picture.
(d) Makes her laugh.

3. Lorraine figures that Miss Stewart does what?
(a) Loses her job.
(b) Gets arrested.
(c) Joins the circus.
(d) Becomes an old maid.

4. How does John describe Mr. Pignati after their first meeting?
(a) Large, in his fifties, and with a bit of a beer belly.
(b) Short, thin, and with a rose tattoo on his arm.
(c) In his seventies, frail, and timid.
(d) Tall, obese, and smelling of garlic.

5. Why does Lorraine stop by the home of her teacher, Miss Stewart?
(a) Pick up a book.
(b) Drop off papers.
(c) Get help with algebra.
(d) Talk about a personal matter.

Short Answer Questions

1. Lorraine explains that John tells lies because of his what?

2. Lorraine says that John's father is proud of ripping off:

3. John explains that Lorraine may remember big words, but he remembers _______.

4. Why do John and Lorraine start referring to Mr. Pignati as "the Pigman"?

5. John and Lorraine's book spans what length of time?

(see the answer key)

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