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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How much time elapses between the first Lisbon girl's attempt at suicide and the last Lisbon girl's attempt?
(a) Thirteen months.
(b) Three weeks.
(c) Two years.
(d) Six months.

2. Where is Mr. Lisbon's razor found?
(a) In the medicine cabinet.
(b) In the sink.
(c) In the bathtub.
(d) In the toilet.

3. Why are the neighborhood children kept from the funeral?
(a) There isn't enough room in the church.
(b) The Lisbons request that only adults attend.
(c) To protect their minds from being contaminated by the tragedy.
(d) The children are supposed to be in school.

4. What is Cecilia doing as she goes up and down the stairs before the party?
(a) Trying on different outfits.
(b) Changing her hairdo.
(c) Trying on different shoes.
(d) Looking for her favorite necklace.

5. What kind of music does Cecilia like to listen to?
(a) Classical pieces.
(b) Bluegrass music.
(c) Rock music.
(d) Celtic singers.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Which of the following drawings is not found in Cecilia's diary?

3. There is a rumor that which Lisbon girl has a crush on Dominic Palazzano?

4. What garment does Cecilia always wear?

5. Why are no bodies being buried during Chapter 2?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe the appearance of Cecilia's diary.

2. What happens in the Baldinos' backyard to arouse neighborhood suspicions?

3. Name three events the boys read about in Cecilia's diary.

4. What major revelation do the boys have upon entering the Lisbon girls' party?

5. Why were the boys happy that Joe came to the party?

6. How does the Lisbon girls' party differ from other parties the boys have attended?

7. What were Mr. Lisbon's problems with the cemeteries he visited?

8. How did the boys obtain Cecilia's diary?

9. What does Cecilia look like in her coffin?

10. Why does Mr. Lisbon have to take a tour of several cemeteries?

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