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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 2 through 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Mama say they'll get money for a house?
(a) She says Papa will win it at poker.
(b) She says she'll sell shoes to earn money.
(c) She says it's just a dream that won't ever come true.
(d) She says she doesn't know but will think of something.

2. What kind of soup does Mr. Wendell give Lark?
(a) Beef.
(b) Turtle.
(c) Tomato.
(d) Chicken noodle.

3. Which of the following ingredients does Mama say she would never put in a pie?
(a) Cornstarch.
(b) Sugar.
(c) Flour.
(d) Blueberries.

4. What does Papa do to Lark's mashed potatoes?
(a) Nothing.
(b) Uses his fork to break the dam she's built.
(c) Pours milk on them.
(d) Pours salt on them.

5. What kind of trees are in the front yard at Grandma and Grandpa's house?
(a) Oak.
(b) Walnut.
(c) Cherry.
(d) Apple.

Short Answer Questions

1. What treat does Mr. Wendell give Lark when she arrives with Papa?

2. Which of the following is not part of the dinner the family shares as the story opens?

3. What had Mama thrown at Papa once when he called her a hated nickname?

4. What is the man in the hobo jungle eating when Lark passes by?

5. Where does Mama plan to go after dinner?

(see the answer key)

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