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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 22-23.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 14, why does the fat man yell at Jessie?
(a) Because she is walking in the middle of a street.
(b) Because she is drinking unsafe water.
(c) Because she is blocking his path.
(d) Because she is trespassing.

2. What did Ma do for a living before moving to Clifton?
(a) Writer.
(b) Doctor.
(c) Nurse.
(d) Teacher.

3. What highway sign is Jessie looking for when she leaves Clifton?
(a) Main South.
(b) West 75.
(c) North 37.
(d) She isn't sure what sign to look for.

4. What do the haunted trees in Clifton surround?
(a) The pond.
(b) The school.
(c) The town square.
(d) Jessie's parents' house.

5. In Chapter 7, how does Jessie decide to try to fully escape Clifton?
(a) With a group of tourists.
(b) By herself.
(c) With a family.
(d) With a bunch of girls.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 9, where does the tour guide say Clifton residents have privacy?

2. What does Jessie remember the adults in Clifton saying about money?

3. Who makes Jessie go back to bed after watching television in Chapter 23?

4. What does Mr. Neely agree to do the first time he speaks to Jessie on the phone?

5. What does Jessie's mom say her other children could sleep through?

(see the answer key)

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