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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 2, where does Rusty-James go after storming out of Benny's?
(a) The store.
(b) Home.
(c) School.
(d) The bridge.

2. According to Rusty-James, in what kind of classes is he enrolled?
(a) The dumb classes.
(b) College prep classes.
(c) Advanced classes.
(d) Algebra classes.

3. What name does Rusty-James' father call him?
(a) James.
(b) Son.
(c) Motorcycle Junior.
(d) Russel-James.

4. Why does Rusty-James say his friends should come with him to meet Biff?
(a) Biff is bringing his friends.
(b) He does not want to be lonely.
(c) They will help him fight Biff.
(d) He needs them to watch the show.

5. Where is Rusty-James at the beginning of chapter two?
(a) At Benny's.
(b) At home.
(c) At school.
(d) At a restaurant.

6. What is Motorcycle Boy doing when Rusty-James finds him at the drugstore?
(a) Sleeping.
(b) Eating candy bars.
(c) Looking at a magazine.
(d) Stealing candy bars.

7. What scares Rusty-James about Motorcycle Boy?
(a) His smile.
(b) His attitude.
(c) His language
(d) His presence.

8. What happens when Rusty-James arrives at the guidance office?
(a) He is expelled.
(b) He is counseled.
(c) He cries.
(d) He gets a warning.

9. Why does Rusty-James allow Steve to say the things he does?
(a) Steve is his cousin.
(b) Steve is always right.
(c) Steve is his best friend.
(d) Steve is his brother.

10. Who shows up white-faced at Benny's after school?
(a) Steve.
(b) Smokey.
(c) Patty.
(d) Biff.

11. What instrument gives Rusty-James a scar?
(a) A hammer.
(b) A gun.
(c) A tire iron.
(d) A knife.

12. What does Cassandra show Rusty-James on her arms?
(a) Track marks.
(b) Cuts.
(c) A tattoo.
(d) Letters.

13. What other character attends Cleveland High School?
(a) Biff.
(b) Steve.
(c) Midget.
(d) B.J.

14. What kind of story is "Rumble Fish?"
(a) A novella.
(b) A horror story.
(c) A short story.
(d) A frame story.

15. What does the lot in Chapter 3 smell like?
(a) The pet store.
(b) Sweat.
(c) Burning rubber.
(d) The river.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Patty do when a girl flirts with Rusty-James?

2. What does Patty do when her mother is at work?

3. What weapon does Biff bring to the fight?

4. Of what gang is Motorcycle Boy the president?

5. In Chapter 5, what worries Rusty-James when he arrives home after being out all night?

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