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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book Three, Rebels & Scientists.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Peter's reaction to the film shown at school about bombs?
(a) It makes him cry and vomit.
(b) It causes him to faint.
(c) He thinks it's funny and reenacts it for his family that evening.
(d) It makes him upset and angry.

2. What is Irwin's nickname among his family?
(a) Ir-gin.
(b) Winnie.
(c) Toad.
(d) Igor.

3. Why does Hugh get discharged honorably from the army four months early?
(a) He is injured playing ball for the army.
(b) Because his superior recognizes his talent and sends him back to play baseball.
(c) He is able to bribe his superior.
(d) His mother, who is back home, pulls some strings.

4. How do the Chance boys know their father's pitching is improving after his surgery?
(a) They are invited into his shed to watch him practice.
(b) They continue to hide in the hedge and watch him.
(c) They can tell by the sound of his pitches.
(d) He tells them of his improvement.

5. How does Mama react to Irwin's prayer at the supper table in Book Two?
(a) She sheds a few tears of joy.
(b) She remains plain faced and doesn't react to the prayer.
(c) She runs into the kitchen closet and laughs.
(d) She scolds Irwin.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Book One, which guest on The Ed Sullivan Show is liked by Laura and Irwin?

2. What is the name of the team that Hugh played for in Oklahoma?

3. Who witnesses the death of Grandawma?

4. What does Peter give his mother as part of an apology in Book Three?

5. What dessert does Laura give Irwin in exchange for guessing a secret in Book One?

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