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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book Five, The Brothers K.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where is Irwin transferred to back in the United States?
(a) A mental institution in Mira loma.
(b) An army prison in Texas.
(c) A training facility in Miami.
(d) He is discharged to go home to Camas.

2. What type of car does Doc Franken drive?
(a) A blue Mercedes.
(b) A silver Cadillac.
(c) A white BMW.
(d) An old truck.

3. What is the name of the baseball scout that signs Hugh?
(a) Piper Becker.
(b) Bucky Koter.
(c) Truman Swinson.
(d) Jan Lacey.

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

5. What book contains the story that Peter tells his brother at the hedge in Book Two?
(a) The Ramayana.
(b) The Bible.
(c) The Grapes of Wrath.
(d) The Mahabharata.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Irwin send to his mother when he believes he will not be coming home from Vietnam?

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

3. What is Laura's mother's name?

4. Who writes a letter regarding Irwin to his superiors that contributes to his being held apart from his family?

5. What does Officer Hervano give to Irwin after he rescues the dog in Book Two?

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