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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. Which of the following best describes Jeannette's childhood?
(a) Chaotic.
(b) Calm.
(c) Boring.
(d) Strict.

2. How does Jeannette feel as she looks around her comfortable apartment?
(a) Tired of everything.
(b) Angry.
(c) Guilty.
(d) Ecstatic.

3. What does Jeannette feel when she first sees Rose Mary at the beginning of the book?
(a) Envy.
(b) Anger.
(c) Shame.
(d) Happiness.

4. Where does Rex work when the family lives in Battle Mountain?
(a) As a hospital orderly.
(b) In a mine.
(c) He does not have a job.
(d) As a bartender.

5. Why does Jeannette enjoy staying with Grandma Smith?
(a) She treats Rex with great respect.
(b) She is very funny and easy-going and loves to play.
(c) She indulges the children's every whim.
(d) She provides a sense of stability and makes hot meals.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was Rex doing when he met Rose Mary?

2. What basic needs do Jeannette's family not always provide?

3. Who is the youngest child in the Walls family?

4. Jeannette's parents believe that children need:

5. When Rex has no money to buy Christmas presents for the children, what does he give them?

(see the answer key)

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