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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Two, The Desert, Pages 9-61 ,.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Jeannette's parents believe that children need:
(a) Physical punishment and to learn respect for elders.
(b) Freedom and the chance to learn to fend for themselves.
(c) To be coddled, as they are unable to be responsible.
(d) Strict discipline.

2. What is Rose Mary's philosophy on child-rearing?
(a) She believes that children need freedom and no structure.
(b) She believes in very harsh discipline.
(c) She will not let children out of her sight.
(d) She thinks that children should not be allowed to make decisions.

3. Who takes care of baby Maureen while the family is moving?
(a) Brian.
(b) Lori and Jeannette.
(c) Grandma Smith.
(d) The Walls parents.

4. What happens to Jeannette when she first starts school in Blythe?
(a) She is picked on because of her intelligence.
(b) She has a very hard time academically.
(c) She hates school and hides out to avoid it.
(d) She gets held back a grade.

5. Which of these attributes does Jeannette NOT portray in her style of storytelling?
(a) Self-pity.
(b) Confidence.
(c) Forgiveness.
(d) Humor.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following descriptions might best describe Jeannette?

2. Why does Jeannette enjoy staying with Grandma Smith?

3. What types of activities does Rex do with his children?

4. What does Jeannette do after she first sees Rose Mary at the beginning of the book?

5. What are Jeannette's parents' feelings regarding society's rules?

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