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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 5, The Games, and Chapter 6, The City of Gold and Lead.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Will told to curb in his personality?
(a) His friendly demeanor.
(b) His humor.
(c) His tendency to whine.
(d) His impetuous nature.

2. Why is Beanpole chosen to go to the games?
(a) For his ability to draw.
(b) Because the choser is his father.
(c) For his height.
(d) For his intelligence.

3. How does the man on the island feel about meeting the boys?
(a) Reluctant and relieved.
(b) Happy.
(c) Confused.
(d) Angry.

4. How does Fritz do as the games continue?
(a) He is a distant second.
(b) He is in the middle of the field.
(c) He is very close to first.
(d) He is way out in front.

5. Begin their journey to the games?
(a) On horses.
(b) They will walk.
(c) On an airplane.
(d) On a train.

Short Answer Questions

1. What happened at the first house on whose door Beanpole knocked for food?

2. Why are the boys having a difficult time beaching the raft?

3. How long did Will, Henry, and Beanpole travel together?

4. How does Will feel about Fritz's response to him?

5. For what reason is Will chosen to go to the games?

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