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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 2-4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. From whom does Beth learn of her mother’s death?
(a) Her aunt.
(b) A neighbor.
(c) A woman with a clipboard.
(d) Her father.

2. Where is the orphanage located?
(a) Lexington, Kentucky.
(b) Indianapolis, Indiana.
(c) Louisville, Kentucky.
(d) Mount Sterling, Kentucky.

3. As Beth packs, she searched frantically for the one item that mattered the most. What is that item?
(a) Her mother's ring.
(b) A present from Jolene.
(c) Her book called Chess Openings.
(d) Her toothbrush holder filled with green pills.

4. About what does Mrs. Deardorff rave to the strangers Beth is introduce to in Chapter 3?
(a) Beth's chess playing skills.
(b) Beth‘s academic accomplishments.
(c) Beth's beauty.
(d) Beth's kindness.

5. How often is Beth given a tranquilizer?
(a) Once a week.
(b) As needed for anxiety.
(c) Once a day.
(d) Twice a day.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many pills does Jolene give Beth before her chess match in Chapter 2?

2. How does Beth feel after her first chess win?

3. Why are the children given tranquilizers?

4. What does Mrs. Deardorff think about Beth playing chess with the janitor?

5. What is the second reason Mr. Shaibel gives for why he will not play chess with Beth?

(see the answer key)

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