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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following drawings is not found in Cecilia's diary?
(a) Whales spouting blood.
(b) Angels.
(c) Hearts.
(d) Eggs hatching.

2. What does Mrs. Pitzenberger think she sees in Cecilia's hand?
(a) A book.
(b) A suitcase.
(c) A balloon.
(d) A cup of punch.

3. What feature of the cemetery where Cecilia's funeral is held stands out most to the mourners?
(a) It's crowded.
(b) It's flat.
(c) It's well-tended.
(d) It's sunny.

4. Where is Cecilia during the majority of the party?
(a) On a barstool.
(b) On the couch.
(c) In a corner.
(d) In her bedroom.

5. Where do the boys congregate after changing out of their party clothes?
(a) The Lisbons' yard.
(b) Mr. Larson's Oldsmobile.
(c) Paul Baldino's home.
(d) Chase Buell's roof.

Short Answer Questions

1. How much time elapses between the first Lisbon girl's attempt at suicide and the last Lisbon girl's attempt?

2. Who files past Cecilia's open casket?

3. Whose late arrival gives life to the party?

4. What does Mr. Lisbon say was Cecilia's state of mind the day she killed herself?

5. What major event has never happened in the town during the boys' lifetimes?

(see the answer key)

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