1. How did David's mother react at the trial?
(a) She denied everything and blamed it all on David.
(b) She was happy to have him out of her life.
(c) She gave him up without a fight.
(d) She was arrested and thrown in jail.

2. What was a normal part of the evening routine at the Pelzer household?
(a) Cocaine.
(b) Alcohol.
(c) Marijuana.
(d) Prescription pills.

3. Where did the boy often have to sit for hours?
(a) The front porch.
(b) The couch.
(c) The kitchen table.
(d) The basement stairs.

4. Who became David's best friend during his time at Aunt Mary's house?
(a) Mother.
(b) Mr. Zeigler.
(c) Ms. Gold.
(d) Aunt Mary .

5. At David's abuse trial, who did not appear in court?
(a) David.
(b) His mother.
(c) Ms. Gold.
(d) His father.

Short Answer Questions

1. Ms. Gold tells David that if he doesn't tell the truth, he will have to go back and live with his mother. What somber response does David give her?

2. David hugs his mother good-bye after his trial. How did David feel about the hug?

3. Who alerted authorities that David was being abused?

4. After the boy runs away from the Pelzer household, what did he hope?

5. What was David's response when the judge asked him where he would like to live?

(see the answer key)

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