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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. John says that Mr. Pignati makes a good _____.
(a) Cupid.
(b) Santa Claus.
(c) Sherlock Holmes.
(d) Frankenstein.

2. After John's mother refuses to give him money for beer, what does he try to do?
(a) Get Mr. Pignati to talk to his mother.
(b) Have Lorraine collect money from Mr. Pignati.
(c) Steal money from Norton and Dennis.
(d) Steal money from Mr. Pignati.

3. When Lorraine and John start to mimic the apes at the zoo, she says she's surprised that Mr. Pignati does what?
(a) Starts dancing.
(b) Starts to cry.
(c) Scolds them.
(d) Joins them.

4. Lorraine's mother warns her that she shouldn't be hanging around _____.
(a) Strangers.
(b) Malls.
(c) Boys.
(d) Bars.

5. In Chapter Two, Lorraine explains that she and John feel they need to write about what?
(a) Strange things that happen.
(b) Their lives as sophomores.
(c) The most remarkable person they ever meet.
(d) Their hopes and dreams.

6. John feels that the only things Lorraine lacks in are what?
(a) Passion and drive.
(b) Assertiveness and courage.
(c) Confidence and self-esteem.
(d) Persistence and creativity.

7. What does Lorraine not allow John to write in their book?
(a) Actual names.
(b) Nicknames.
(c) Swear words.
(d) Insults.

8. What game do John and Lorraine play with Dennis Kobin and Norton Kelly?
(a) Telephone marathon.
(b) Ding-dong ditch.
(c) Treasure hunt.
(d) Camera charades.

9. Lorraine talks about an entire book report John writes based on just ______.
(a) The title.
(b) What he hears about the book.
(c) The back cover.
(d) One page of the book.

10. What does Lorraine think about her mother taking things from patients?
(a) Lorraine worries her mother ends up in prison.
(b) Lorraine thinks it's hilarious.
(c) Lorraine sees nothing wrong with it.
(d) It bothers Lorraine.

11. What oath do friends John and Lorraine make at the beginning of the book regarding Mr. Pignati?
(a) Record his story.
(b) Take a picture of him.
(c) Hide and protect him.
(d) Keep his secret safe.

12. Which part of the Mammal Building do John and Mr. Pignati really enjoy?
(a) Snack bar.
(b) Large cats area.
(c) Petting zoo.
(d) Nocturnal room.

13. Lorraine states that Mr. Pignati lives on Howard Avenue, just a few blocks from ______.
(a) John's home.
(b) John's workplace.
(c) Her school.
(d) Her home.

14. Lorraine notices that John lies to his family but his family ______.
(a) Also lies.
(b) Can't accept the truth.
(c) Thinks it's funny.
(d) Believes him.

15. What does John's father say to him about his brother Kenneth?
(a) The two brothers are nothing alike.
(b) Kenneth is struggling with a drug addiction.
(c) Kenneth is thinking of joining the army.
(d) The two brothers could be twins, if not for their age difference.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Lorraine listen to Mr. Pignati's jokes over the phone?

2. Lorraine reads a great deal about ________.

3. What does John say happens to all the people who work with his father?

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

5. What nickname does John give his father?

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