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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. Where was Davey when her father was shot?
(a) Her bedroom.
(b) The stockroom of the store.
(c) Her backyard.
(d) The beach.

2. Who is the first to congratulate Davey after the play is over?
(a) Ned.
(b) Jason.
(c) Reuben.
(d) Wolf.

3. Which of the following activities makes Davey feel better?
(a) Visiting Mr. Ortiz's grave.
(b) Eating dinner with Bitsy.
(c) Writing letters to Wolf.
(d) Talking to Walter.

4. Where does Jason say he does not feel safe?
(a) Santa Fe.
(b) Trenton.
(c) Atlantic City.
(d) Los Alamos.

5. What does Gwen decide to sell?
(a) Their home and store.
(b) Her jewelry.
(c) The store.
(d) Her car.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Mr. Ortiz dies, who leaves Davey an envelope?

2. Who tries out for the play with Davey?

3. What is the name of the restaurant that Gwen takes Davey to?

4. Who tells Davey she can attend Driver's Education classes?

5. In what season does Davey anticipate she will see Wolf again?

Short Essay Questions

1. On the first Christmas after her father has died, how does Davey deal with Christmas?

2. What does Davey write to Wolf even though she can't send letters to him?

3. How does the reader know that Jane's drinking has become a problem?

4. Is Walter's apology sincere after he slaps Davey? Why or why not?

5. What is the play that Davey is in a symbol of?

6. What is the significance of the stone that Wolf sends to Davey?

7. What prompts Davey to finally lash out at Walter, Bitsy, and Gwen?

8. How does Davey's family feel about Ned dating Gwen?

9. Does Davey have a happy birthday? Why or why not?

10. Why does Davey leave letters for Wolf to find?

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