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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 6-11.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How is Paul's expression after Mother's birthday described?
(a) Penitent.
(b) Confused.
(c) Angry.
(d) Glazed over.

2. Why is someone hired for Paul after Mother gets her birthday money?
(a) So he can go to a good school.
(b) So he can look his best.
(c) So he knows his mother loves him.
(d) So he can continue betting.

3. What child is Paul?
(a) Third.
(b) First.
(c) Second.
(d) Youngest.

4. How is Paul described as a child?
(a) Absent.
(b) Intense.
(c) Morbid.
(d) Peaceful.

5. Who arranges for something to be sent to mother on her birthday every year?
(a) Oscar.
(b) Paul.
(c) Herself.
(d) Barrett.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who hires the person for Paul after Mother gets her birthday money?

2. Who tells Paul's uncle about what he and Barrett talk about?

3. What strange luxury does Mother buy in the winter?

4. Who does Paul explain his reasons for winning money to?

5. How does Barrett safeguard unsure bets?

(see the answer key)

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