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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. Where do the Chance boys hide to watch their father's pitching attempts and philosophize together?
(a) The rafters of the shed.
(b) They look out the attic window of their house.
(c) Under the floorboards of the shed.
(d) A secret place in the hedge.

2. What does Grandawma think Hugh's new thumb resembles?
(a) A pig's snout.
(b) A mushroom cloud.
(c) A broccoli head.
(d) An upside down bowling pin.

3. What job does Everett hold to earn money in high school?
(a) School janitor.
(b) Mail Courier.
(c) Bagging groceries.
(d) Pizza delivery boy.

4. Why does Everett play the baseball position he does?
(a) He was assigned the position by the coach.
(b) He dreams of catching his father's pitches.
(c) His dad suggested he learn that position.
(d) He has the build of a catcher.

5. When Hugh plays ball as entertainment for the troops what does he not like about his situation?
(a) He plays for the team that is rigged to lose every game.
(b) He has to play first baseman instead of pitcher.
(c) He has to pitch every night, which fatigues his shoulder as he gets no rest.
(d) He has to play short stop instead of pitcher.

Short Answer Questions

1. What types of books does Peter enjoy reading?

2. What does Irwin want to be when he grows up in Book One?

3. What does the Chance family call Hugh's practice in the shed?

4. According to Hugh, what does it mean when a catcher "frames a pitch"?

5. Who is the first to jump between Everett and Laura when Laura starts striking Everett in Book Two?

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