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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How do most of the girls react when a lot of parents come to the house?
(a) They are throwing up.
(b) They are crying.
(c) They are running away.
(d) They are excited.

2. What kind of weather does Charlie enjoy going to school in?
(a) Cloudy and warm.
(b) Rainy.
(c) Sunny.
(d) Snowy.

3. Why does Charlie decide to attend social events and parties?
(a) To impress his parents.
(b) To show off his dance moves.
(c) To fit in with his peers.
(d) To avoid being alone.

4. Why does Charlie's sister sometimes feel sensitive about certain things?
(a) She is shy around people.
(b) She struggles with her emotions.
(c) She has a deep connection with Aunt Helen.
(d) She does not like family traditions.

5. Who stays with Charlie to check on him when he starts feeling the effects of the brownie?
(a) Sam.
(b) Bob.
(c) Maggie.
(d) Patrick.

6. What do Brad and Patrick do at parties that they keep secret?
(a) Dancing.
(b) Playing music.
(c) Fooling around.
(d) Studying.

7. Why does Charlie feel mad when he sees Dave and his girlfriend dancing together?
(a) He is jealous of their relationship.
(b) He is frustrated with the music playing.
(c) He remembers the incident with his sister.
(d) Dave insults him earlier at the party.

8. How do Charlie and his mother show their affection for Aunt Helen at her grave?
(a) They light a candle.
(b) They place flowers and sometimes a card.
(c) They play her favorite song.
(d) They recite a poem.

9. What does Charlie's dad call him while watching television together?
(a) Buddy.
(b) Lazy Boy.
(c) Champ.
(d) Sport.

10. What is the feeling Charlie had while watching Dave's football game?
(a) Nervousness.
(b) Excitement.
(c) Anger.
(d) Sadness.

11. Why does Brad's parents send him to rehabilitation?
(a) He is involved in illegal activities.
(b) He is getting stoned and drunk excessively.
(c) He is addicted to video games.
(d) He is struggling with depression.

12. What usually triggers the fights during the holiday gatherings?
(a) When Charlie's grandfather finishes his third drink.
(b) When Charlie's grandfather criticizes the food.
(c) When Charlie's sister argues with her aunt.
(d) When Charlie's cousins start drinking beer.

13. What does Sam do to help Charlie feel more comfortable?
(a) Takes him outside for fresh air.
(b) Offers him more brownies.
(c) Holds his hand.
(d) Turns off the music.

14. Why does Charlie enjoy going to the cemetery where his Aunt Helen is buried?
(a) He has fond memories of his aunt.
(b) He likes to see his relatives' graves.
(c) He can feel closer to his dad.
(d) His aunt's grave is beautifully decorated.

15. Why does Charlie's dad declare the television series MASH as a great series?
(a) He thinks it is the most-watched show.
(b) He has an emotional attachment to it.
(c) He loves the show's humor.
(d) He wants to impress his family.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Charlie, why does he enjoy holidays with his extended family?

2. What does Sam and Patrick offer to Charlie at the party?

3. How does Charlie cope with his emotions and memories?

4. What is the last thing Aunt Helen tells Charlie before her accident?

5. How does Charlie feel when he finds out about Aunt Helen's death?

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