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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What question does Jamal's little sister ask him at the beginning of the book?
(a) If he is going to leave.
(b) If he is worried about their mother.
(c) If he has made dinner yet.
(d) If he has been waiting up for her.

2. How does Jamal feel when he is given his assignment to help with the sets?
(a) Happy.
(b) Relieved.
(c) Angry.
(d) Dissappointed.

3. Where does Jamal hide the gun at home?
(a) Behind the couch.
(b) Under the blender.
(c) In his backpack.
(d) Under a sofa cushion.

4. What is the name of the principal?
(a) Mr. Jensen.
(b) Mr. Erickson.
(c) Mr. Johnson.
(d) Mr. Davidson.

5. Where does Jamal want to hide the gun after Dwayne challenges him to a fight?
(a) On a shelf.
(b) Behind some books.
(c) In his bag.
(d) In a locker.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Randy want Jamal to visit?

2. Why did Mama leave Jamal's father?

3. Why does Tito join the gang?

4. How old is the class bully?

5. Where is Jamal sitting at the beginning of the book?

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