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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1: Chapters 3-4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Walter do during the outing with Emily to celebrate news of her scholarship?
(a) Spends too much money.
(b) Gives Emily a lesson on family history.
(c) Drinks heavily.
(d) Takes photographs of the giraffes.

2. Emily runs into a soldier looking for what?
(a) A restaurant called Lola's.
(b) The movie theater.
(c) His father.
(d) A jazz bar called Nick's.

3. What is the relationship between Pookie and Sarah?
(a) Aunt and niece.
(b) Pookie and Sarah are neighbors.
(c) Teacher and student.
(d) Mother and daughter.

4. What does Tony Wilson wear to the Easter Parade?
(a) A kilt.
(b) A bunny costume.
(c) English formal wear.
(d) Traditional attire.

5. On which holiday does Emily eavesdrop on her parents?
(a) Valentine's Day.
(b) Christmas.
(c) Thanksgiving.
(d) Easter.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does the relationship between Emily and the merchant seaman end?

2. What does Sarah explain to Emily in Part 1:Chapter 2 when they are eating Popsicles?

3. Why does Emily seek a divorce from her husband after only a few months of marriage?

4. Where does Emily live before she goes to college?

5. What does Emily remain hopeful about, prompted by a overheard conversation between her parents?

(see the answer key)

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