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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 excited.
(b) They are running away.
(c) They are crying.
(d) They are throwing up.

2. According to Charlie, why does he enjoy holidays with his extended family?
(a) Because he enjoys the fights that break out during the holiday gatherings.
(b) Because he loves his grandfather's stories about the past.
(c) Because he gets to spend time with his cousins.
(d) Because he likes seeing his sister argue with their grandfather.

3. Why does Charlie not drink beer at the party?
(a) His parents told him not to.
(b) He is afraid of getting drunk.
(c) He is too young to drink alcohol.
(d) He does not like the taste of beer.

4. According to Mary Elizabeth, what does Zen make you feel connected to?
(a) Religious rituals.
(b) Money and fame.
(c) People from different cultures.
(d) Everything in the world.

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

6. What does Sam and Patrick offer to Charlie at the party?
(a) Alcohol.
(b) Brownies.
(c) Cigarettes.
(d) Milkshake.

7. What kind of magazine does Charlie think about writing for in the future?
(a) Science magazine.
(b) Music magazine.
(c) News magazine.
(d) Magazine that does not write exaggerated stories.

8. What does Charlie see as the amazing white stars?
(a) Snow falling in the night sky.
(b) Bright city lights.
(c) Holes in the glass dome of the sky.
(d) Shooting stars.

9. Who is Nothing in Charlie's shop class?
(a) A friend of Charlie's brother.
(b) A senior who gives humorous impersonations.
(c) A student who likes to cause trouble.
(d) The teacher's nickname for Charlie.

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

11. What is the significance of the Native American marijuana pipe that Sam gives Patrick?
(a) Patrick is a marijuana user.
(b) It is a unique and thoughtful gift.
(c) Sam has a personal connection to it.
(d) Patrick is Native American.

12. What makes Charlie's dad cry while watching a television show?
(a) The show's emotional storyline.
(b) Charlie's mother's reaction.
(c) The fact that it is the final episode.
(d) His favorite character's death.

13. What is Charlie's brother's reaction to the television episode of MASH?
(a) He cannot understand the emotional impact.
(b) He tries to hide his tears.
(c) He cries more than anyone else.
(d) He laughs at his family's reactions.

14. What does Charlie feel while sitting between Sam and Patrick in the pickup truck?
(a) Curious.
(b) Nervous.
(c) Anxious.
(d) Infinite.

15. What event occurs on December 24, 1983, that deeply affects Charlie?
(a) Aunt Helen's accident.
(b) His first day of school.
(c) His birthday party.
(d) His family's holiday dinner.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Charlie mean when he says he wishes he had kissed his Aunt Helen before she died?

2. What game did the kids used to play that Charlie did not fully understand?

3. Why does Charlie feel mad when he sees Dave and his girlfriend dancing together?

4. Who scolds Bob for giving Charlie the special brownie?

5. What kind of weather does Charlie enjoy going to school in?

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