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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 7 - 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Benjamin have an unusual and new reaction when arriving at the dance in Chapter V?
(a) He is not used to having to wait.
(b) He would rather be at home with his mother.
(c) He sees a beautiful young woman descend from the carriage with her family.
(d) He has been to very few dances.

2. When does Benjamin's suggestion regarding nails happen?
(a) 1880.
(b) 1890.
(c) 1900.
(d) 1980.

3. Who is convinced that Benjamin is a young boy?
(a) Only the very young and old.
(b) No one.
(c) His mother.
(d) His friends at school.

4. How does the narrator describe Benjamin's height?
(a) Stooped and curved to the right.
(b) 5'8" and stooped.
(c) Very short.
(d) Tall and straight.

5. By 18, how old does Benjamin look?
(a) 60.
(b) 20.
(c) 30.
(d) 50.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the relationship between Benjamin and his father by Chapter V?

2. Why is war good for the Buttons?

3. Why is Benjamin unable to focus on his father's conversation on the way back home?

4. What creates a permanent rift between Benjamin and Hildegarde?

5. How does Benjamin try to act regarding Hildegarde?

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