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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 13, Tapered at the Foot | Chapter 14, Herbert Truczinski's Back.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Oskar think is the most remarkable thing grownups ever produced?
(a) Building.
(b) Works of art.
(c) Drums.
(d) Clocks.

2. In the beginning of Chapter 11, Oskar reflects on his feelings about leading others to steal from the shop windows. What does he state he feels about these actions?
(a) He feels superior.
(b) He is proud of himself.
(c) He regrets his power.
(d) He wishes he broke more shop windows.

3. What is Oskar's mother possessed with?
(a) Dancing.
(b) An undefined demon.
(c) Working.
(d) Shopping.

4. What does Oskar's mother eat for breakfast?
(a) Sardines.
(b) Peppers.
(c) Nothing.
(d) Bread.

5. Why does Oskar's mother refuse to go in a certain room of the house?
(a) She is afraid of ghosts.
(b) The room has too many spiders.
(c) The room is used for storage.
(d) There is no heat in the room.

Short Answer Questions

1. Oskar describes his tin drum as the kind that is bought in what type of store?

2. Each day, Oskar sees the school children outside. What does he feel toward these children?

3. What does Oskar say was wrong with the wooden bench at the church?

4. In Chapter 3, Oskar is in the hospital and his friends come to visit. What gift does Klepp bring him?

5. Why does Oskar say his uncle Gregor drank?

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