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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, Chapter 10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why was Colin's mother in the hospital?
(a) She needed surgery.
(b) She was depressed.
(c) She was having a baby.
(d) She broke a bone.

2. Why does Harry become frustrated with Colin's preparatory tests?
(a) Colin keeps getting too many wrong.
(b) The questions become harder.
(c) The tests are all the same.
(d) He can't find the advanced tests anywhere.

3. Why does Harry help Colin with testing every night in Part 2, Chapter 8?
(a) So Colin can skip the next grade in school.
(b) So Colin can do better in school.
(c) So Colin can stay back a grade in school.
(d) So Colin can go to military school.

4. When the Savilles go sledding in Part 2, Chapter 10, who does not enjoy the activity?
(a) Harry.
(b) Ellen.
(c) Steven.
(d) Colin.

5. What shift does Harry work at the coal pit?
(a) The night shift.
(b) A split shift.
(c) The afternoon shift.
(d) The day shift.

Short Answer Questions

1. After the casts come off Harry's legs, what does he ask Mr. Reagan for?

2. Who does Harry give vegetables to in Part 2, Chapter 8?

3. Who do the Savilles run into while sledding in Part 2, Chapter 10?

4. How does Harry feel toward Mr. Reagan?

5. What did Harry tell Colin about the hospital?

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