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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How did Aunt Marguerite react when she saw what the cops found in the park?
(a) She put it on her head declaring that she wouldn't take it off until Skelly was found.
(b) She mouthed a silent cuss word.
(c) She screamed.
(d) She couldn't take her eyes off it.

2. What did Jake miss as he prepared his book report?
(a) The bus.
(b) Lunch.
(c) A class meeting.
(d) An important class announcement.

3. What did Mrs. Russell say could have brought the find to the park?
(a) A dog.
(b) A whooping crane.
(c) A strong wind.
(d) A courier.

4. What did James and Jake see as they were eating their sandwiches outside?
(a) A rainbow.
(b) Skelly's image in a cloud.
(c) A taxi.
(d) An old man walking by that looked like Skelly.

5. Where was Mrs. Russell taking Skelly the morning Jake had to give his report?
(a) To a museum.
(b) To the park.
(c) To a pancake breakfast.
(d) To the school.

6. Why is Jake frustrated when his mom tells him he might be late for school?
(a) He hasn't had time to shower.
(b) He has never been late for school.
(c) He still has to dress Skelly.
(d) He is late all the time, so she should be used to it.

7. What happened when Jake was about to give his book report?
(a) His stomach growled really loudly.
(b) The teacher was called out of the classroom for an emergency phone call.
(c) He choked on his gum.
(d) A fire drill.

8. What does Aunt Marguerite do with Skelly after dinner?
(a) She takes him for a walk.
(b) Reads a story to him.
(c) Watches television with him.
(d) Watches a movie with him.

9. How does Aunt Marguerite help take care of Skelly?
(a) She pays for a caretaker.
(b) She does the laundry.
(c) She takes Skelly three days a week.
(d) She hires a housecleaner.

10. How did Jake respond at first when Mrs. Russell stated that everyone was mad at her?
(a) He denied it.
(b) He verbally agreed.
(c) He didn't argue.
(d) He said they should take a vote.

11. What did Jake have to do before school?
(a) His book report.
(b) Call his friend for a ride.
(c) Get Skelly up and ready.
(d) Make his lunch.

12. What was the cop's attitude?
(a) He thought carefully about every move he made.
(b) He was ready to hunt Skelly down.
(c) He was acting tired.
(d) He was care-free and easy-going.

13. What did the cop find in the park?
(a) Skelly's Medic Alert tags.
(b) A paintbrush.
(c) A white painter's hat.
(d) Skelly's shoes.

14. How did Jake feel about his eighth grade graduation?
(a) He wants to ignore it.
(b) He was nervous about it.
(c) He is very excited about it.
(d) He didn't really care about it.

15. Why does Jake think Mr. Waxman is suspicious?
(a) The man always dresses in black.
(b) The man won't look anyone in the eye.
(c) He has never seen the man.
(d) He never fully opens his door.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Jake's mother upset with him after dinner?

2. Who claimed to have the news station idea?

3. Who was the passenger in the cab?

4. When did Jake get home from searching?

5. What was strapped on top of the vehicle?

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