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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2, The Armadillo.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. As an adult, what does Johnny think will hold human's responsible for their actions?
(a) God.
(b) An individual's conscience.
(c) Nothing.
(d) History.

2. What do Johnny's cousins do with the hopes of drawing blood?
(a) Toss knives.
(b) Tease the dog.
(c) Wrestle each other.
(d) Climb trees.

3. What part of Johnny's stuffed animal did Owen remove?
(a) Its claws.
(b) Its nose.
(c) Its eyes.
(d) Its legs.

4. What unusual stuffed animal is Dan Needham's gift to Johnny?
(a) An anteater.
(b) A skunk.
(c) A porcupine.
(d) An armadillo.

5. What is Owen's defining physical characteristic?
(a) His skin color.
(b) His height.
(c) His weight.
(d) His hair color.

Short Answer Questions

1. Whose ancestor founded the town in which the novel takes place?

2. Which boy always ends up having to kiss "Hester the Molester"?

3. For which holiday does Owen hope to meet Johnny's cousins?

4. Johnny's mother encourages Owen to switch what?

5. Fill in the blank: Down by the riverside, Owen shouts, "He can hide from you, but he can't hide from _____ ."

(see the answer key)

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