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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 3-4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does the narrator characterize Henny Pollit?
(a) Subdued.
(b) Tyrannical.
(c) Introverted.
(d) Nervous and lively.

2. What is Josephine Pollit's role in the Pollit family?
(a) Prodigal daughter.
(b) Matriarch.
(c) Clown.
(d) Lovable nuisance.

3. What does Louie do when Henny is in her special place?
(a) Gathers the children around her.
(b) Goes looking to bring her back.
(c) Cooks for the children.
(d) Keeps the children away from her.

4. What is Louie like when her parents are around?
(a) Strict and overbearing.
(b) Loving and friendly.
(c) Manipulative and squirrelly.
(d) Introverted and shy.

5. How does the narrator characterize the Pollit children?
(a) Always hungry.
(b) Disobedient.
(c) Civilized.
(d) Hyper.

Short Answer Questions

1. Henny plans to ask her friend for ___________.

2. Why does Henny like going to Washington D.C.?

3. What is Bonnie's reaction when Jo Pollit talks to her?

4. How old is Josephine Pollit?

5. What does Louie make for Henny when she comes home?

(see the answer key)

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