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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Two, Adolescence—The Ghost of Fear.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Mel say he appears on the outside in high school?
(a) Miserable.
(b) Comical.
(c) Serene.
(d) Happy.

2. How does Mel describe his father?
(a) A self-made man.
(b) A kind, gentle giant.
(c) An aggressive but wise man.
(d) An agnostic.

3. Who is Mel's second boyhood male crush?
(a) Johnny B.
(b) Arthur B.
(c) Steve J.
(d) John J.

4. What does the seminarian say about masturbation?
(a) It is always wrong.
(b) It is best to wait until one is married for sexual pleasure.
(c) It is a gift from God.
(d) The preacher does not bring up the topic.

5. What does Darrel do that made Mel think about the boy obsessively?
(a) Touches Mel while they were swimming.
(b) Says mean things to Mel.
(c) Kisses Mel.
(d) Dances with Mel.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Mel not know the origins of?

2. Why does Mel feel alienated in high school?

3. Who is Peter W.?

4. How does Mel describe himself in high school?

5. What is one of Mel's first homosexual memories?

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