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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 30-55.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What happened in spite of Jimmy's intention?
(a) He did not make it to school.
(b) He always forced himself to go.
(c) He could not pass his tests.
(d) He got lost.

2. Who is the protagonist?
(a) Crab.
(b) Mama Jean.
(c) Jimmy.
(d) Cookie.

3. Where is Jimmy when he wakes up during the drive?
(a) On the side of the road.
(b) In the projects.
(c) In Chicago.
(d) At a restaurant.

4. What does Jimmy do instead of going to school?
(a) Wanders around the city.
(b) Goes to the movies.
(c) Writes stories.
(d) Play games with other truants.

5. What has Jimmy's intention been for the past few days?
(a) To go to school.
(b) To escape from the house.
(c) To get food.
(d) To see his father.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Crab say fingered him for the crime?

2. What does Cookie tell Jimmy?

3. Where is Jimmy sent when he arrives there?

4. Why does Jimmy have a hard time getting to school?

5. What are Jimmy's feelings about his father?

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