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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through "A Bright Blue Day".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. From what material was the "curbstone" (21) Maddie sat upon made?
(a) Iron.
(b) Marble.
(c) Cement.
(d) Granite.

2. Which character is described as being not quite "as poor as Wanda perhaps" (17)?
(a) Mabel.
(b) Maddie.
(c) Peggy.
(d) Jack.

3. How does Wanda get Peggy's attention before whispering something to her?
(a) She touches Peggy's arm.
(b) She tugs on Peggy's purse.
(c) She waves her hand in front of Peggy's face.
(d) She tugs on Peggy's sleeve.

4. Who is said to be "the most popular girl in school" (5)?
(a) Wanda.
(b) Mabel.
(c) Maddie.
(d) Peggy.

5. What quality does Wanda's lone dress always exhibit?
(a) It is too short.
(b) It is wrinkled.
(c) It is torn.
(d) It is dirty.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Mr. Heany?

2. What body of water lies at the end of the street on which the girls had gathered around to admire Cecile's new clothing?

3. The girls in the group of bullies are said to take what action in relation to Wanda, besides during their short periods of torment?

4. What is the name of the classroom teacher featured within the narrative?

5. With whom does old man Svenson live?

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