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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "Chapter 1," how does David describe his years before starting school?
(a) Beautifully sad.
(b) The best of his childhood.
(c) Quickly passing.
(d) Tortured and troubled.

2. Why does David say it was difficult to play near his new house?
(a) There is no one to play with.
(b) It always rains.
(c) There are snakes.
(d) His mother doesn't let him out after dark.

3. What does David remember Bruce doing the first time they play together?
(a) Bruce kicked him out of the house.
(b) Bruce threw his hat in the water.
(c) Bruce made him eat dirt.
(d) Bruce handcuffed him to a chair.

4. Why does Mrs. Watkins use her husband as a threat against her students?
(a) Because of his strength.
(b) Because of his size.
(c) Because of his violent past.
(d) Because of his reputation.

5. How does David say Aunt Mae met George?
(a) On a walk.
(b) At the movies.
(c) He was David's friend.
(d) When her car broke down.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where do David and his family move after his father loses his job?

2. What was George charged with that sent him to prison?

3. What is David's response in "Chapter 2" after learning his father wants him to help with the crops?

4. Where does David sleep at the end of "Chapter 2"?

5. What does David say happened to Aunt Mae after she broke up with George?

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