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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What about his surroundings does Jack become aware of while eating his lunch?
(a) There are birds singing in the trees.
(b) It is a breezeless, insect-ridden heat.
(c) The day has begun to cool down.
(d) There are clouds in the sky predicting rain.

2. How old is Phoebe when we see her bringing lunch to her brother Jack?
(a) Seven.
(b) Nine.
(c) Ten.
(d) Fifteen.

3. What is Jack's mother's support system after the accident?
(a) Her many close, religious friends who visit often and care for her.
(b) She does not have one.
(c) Reading and writing poetry.
(d) Eating and watching television alone.

4. When Jack approaches the berry bushes, what does he notice escaping from them?
(a) Cardinals.
(b) Sparrows.
(c) Finches.
(d) Bluebirds.

5. How does Phoebe feel about having lunch with her brother?
(a) She is angry that she has to carry the heavy basket up the hill.
(b) She is happy to get out of the house and away from her chores.
(c) She is sad to see Jack sitting all alone.
(d) She is disappointed her mother does not join them.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Jack say as he is united with his father?

2. How does the narrator describe the look in Yegudkin's eyes as he handles the Alexander?

3. What is one thing Jack's father thinks about when riding his motorcycle?

4. To whom does Jack confide in and tell his tractor stories?

5. What does Jack's father do when he sees his son standing in the doorway?

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