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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. What is the name of the woman whom Kincaid falls in love with in Book Five?
(a) Karen.
(b) Deborah.
(c) Amy.
(d) Susy.

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

3. Who is the mentor to the Twins in the game of Famous Scientists?
(a) Grandawma.
(b) Everett.
(c) Hugh.
(d) Peter.

4. Who is Grandawma's hero?
(a) Jesus Christ.
(b) Babe Ruth.
(c) Charles Darwin.
(d) Charles Dillon.

5. What pen name does Kincaid use for his poem "Why Apple Pie"?
(a) William Shakespeare.
(b) Charles Dickens.
(c) Lewis Carroll.
(d) Mark Twain.

Short Answer Questions

1. How old is Linda when she marries Irwin?

2. To what church does Laura belong?

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

4. Why does drinking terrify Laura?

5. Why does Everett play the baseball position he does?

(see the answer key)

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