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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 could account for Lulu and Merry's mother's immature behavior?
(a) She was a teenager when she got pregnant and married.
(b) She was always spoiled at home.
(c) She never had any responsibilities.
(d) She was beautiful and catered to.

2. Where does Lulu live after her mother's murder?
(a) Foster care.
(b) The neighbor's house.
(c) Her maternal grandmother's house.
(d) An orphanage.

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

4. How does Lulu's father get into the house?
(a) He uses a key.
(b) He crawls in a window.
(c) He sweet talks Lulu into letting him in.
(d) He breaks down a door.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Joey's sentence for the murder of his wife?

2. Who is Lulu and Merry's aunt who speaks particularly unkindly about Joey?

3. What is the cause of Lulu's mother's death?

4. What is Joey's plea in the murder of his wife?

5. Where is Joey found when Lulu returns with help?

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