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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 10 - 12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Lolly take Edward to the dump in Chapter 10?
(a) Because of her fear of dolls.
(b) Because he is dirty and covered in bed lice.
(c) Because she believes that he is inhabited by a ghost.
(d) Because of townspeople talking about her parents.

2. Who chases after the dog when it takes off with Edward at the dump in Chapter 12?
(a) Roger.
(b) Ernest.
(c) Lawrence.
(d) Jack.

3. On what day of the week does Abilene depart on the ship with her parents in Chapter 5?
(a) Saturday.
(b) Wednesday.
(c) Thursday.
(d) Monday.

4. What does Edward see Abilene holding as he falls in Chapter 6?
(a) His hat.
(b) His pocket watch.
(c) Her mother's hand.
(d) His mittens.

5. How does the old fisherman carry Edward home in Chapter 8?
(a) On his shoulder.
(b) In his knapsack.
(c) Under his arm.
(d) In a basket.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Pellegrina whisper to Edward when tucking him in, in Chapter 4 (15)?

2. How is Lolly's voice described in Chapter 10?

3. Where does Edward spend dinnertime during Lolly's visit in Chapter 10?

4. What does Edward conclude to be the reason that Pellagrina was disappointed in him in Chapter 11?

5. How is Lolly related to Nellie?

(see the answer key)

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