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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 17.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What treasure does Esther take with her to solitary confinement?
(a) A book of poetry
(b) A mirror
(c) A letter from Buddy
(d) A ball of mercury

2. What does Esther do to offend the driver of the first cab she rides in?
(a) She fails to tip him because she does not understand she needs to tip service people.
(b) She criticizes his erratic driving.
(c) She vomits in his cab.
(d) She tips him well below the standard rate.

3. What led Joan to run away from home?
(a) Her breakup with Buddy
(b) Sores on her feet
(c) An article about Esther
(d) A fight with her parents

4. Why does Mr. Manzi like Esther so much?
(a) She always earns A's in his courses.
(b) He believes she has the skills and talent to be a successful science major.
(c) She asks interesting questions during his lectures.
(d) He believes she has a purely intellectual interest in science.

5. What does Jay Cee give Esther as she leaves for her lunch date with the two authors?
(a) A sealed envelope.
(b) A stack of manuscripts.
(c) Some medication.
(d) A new dress.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Esther surprised when the nurse tells her she is moving to Belsize?

2. Why does Dr. Nolan restrict Esther's visitors?

3. What grade does Esther earn in her physics class?

4. What does Esther resolve to do during her summer at home?

5. What trait does Buddy have that Esther thinks would make him a good teacher?

(see the answer key)

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