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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 6 -8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 8, how does Jessie get to look back at life in Clifton?
(a) By reading a book.
(b) Through mirrors.
(c) She refuses to watch life in Clifton.
(d) On television.

2. What makes Jessie wonder if slavery has been overturned in Chapter 8?
(a) Seeing a black girl go to school with white girls.
(b) Hearing someone mention a black person.
(c) Realizing 1996 is different from 1840.
(d) Seeing a black man working at Clifton.

3. In Chapter 8, where is Pa when Jessie sees him?
(a) Working in his blacksmith shop.
(b) Talking to the doctor.
(c) Playing outside.
(d) At home with Ma.

4. What does Jessie's mom say her other children could sleep through?
(a) A blizzard.
(b) A tornado.
(c) A thunderstorm.
(d) An alarm.

5. In Chapter 7, what sounds confuses Jessie?
(a) A toilet flushing.
(b) A phone ringing.
(c) A sink running.
(d) A lock turning.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Jessie describe a toilet in Chapter 6?

2. In Chapter 1, why won't Jessie's mother let her see Betsy?

3. Why does Jessie say Mr. Steward once spanked her?

4. In Chapter 6, when does Jessie try to find a bathroom?

5. In Chapter 5, what confuses Ma as she explains Clifton to Jessie?

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