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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1: Chapters 1-3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What has Lulu been told regarding her father?
(a) Don't ride in a car with him.
(b) Don't let him into the house.
(c) Don't talk to him on the phone.
(d) Don't give him any money.

2. What weapon does Lulu's mother say that her husband has?
(a) A gun.
(b) An ax.
(c) A tire iron.
(d) A knife.

3. Who is Lulu and Merry's aunt who speaks particularly unkindly about Joey?
(a) Aunt Celia.
(b) Aunt Cilla.
(c) Aunt Celeste.
(d) Aunt Cheryl.

4. What are Lulu and Merry doing as the story begins?
(a) Swimming.
(b) Eating breakfast.
(c) Playing in their room.
(d) Taking a nap.

5. How old is Merry Zachariah at the beginning of the story?
(a) 11.
(b) 5.
(c) 2.
(d) 9.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Lulu and Merry's father?

2. What is the name of the grandmother with whom Lulu is staying?

3. What are Lulu's parents fighting about?

4. Where does Lulu hide as her parents fight?

5. Where do Lulu and Merry go to live after the death of their grandmother?

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