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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. At the seashore, how does Colin first react to the water?
(a) He is fearful.
(b) He is bored.
(c) He is excited.
(d) He is angry.

2. What does Harry do after running into his friend in Part 1, Chapter 3?
(a) He invites his friend for dinner.
(b) He borrows money from his friend.
(c) He goes home.
(d) He goes to a different beach.

3. What does Colin see his father do when he follows him to the park in Part 2, Chapter 6?
(a) Beat up another man.
(b) Buy a gun.
(c) March with other men.
(d) Steal money.

4. How does Harry feel toward Mr. Reagan?
(a) He admires him.
(b) He is afraid of him.
(c) He is intimidated by him.
(d) He is jealous of him.

5. What does Harry decide not to tell his wife about during their vacation at the seashore?
(a) That a war may start soon.
(b) That Colin is sick.
(c) That they are broke.
(d) That her clothes are poorly made.

Short Answer Questions

1. When the Savilles go sledding in Part 2, Chapter 10, who does not enjoy the activity?

2. In Part 1, Chapter 5, how long is Colin's mother in the hospital?

3. Where will Colin go to school in the fall?

4. Where does Harry plant vegetables in Part 2, Chapter 8?

5. Why does Harry become frustrated with Colin's preparatory tests?

(see the answer key)

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