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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Book 2: Part 1, how does David plan to handle the letter during Peter's party?
(a) Read it at the party without telling anyone.
(b) Bury it deep in his bag and wait to read it later.
(c) Discard the letter without reading it.
(d) Read it right away and share the contents with Charles.

2. In Book 2: Part 1, why is David concerned about his friends meeting Charles?
(a) He believes his friends will disapprove of the relationship.
(b) He thinks his friends will be jealous of Charles.
(c) He thinks Charles will overshadow him.
(d) He does not want Charles to meet his friends.

3. In Book 2: Part 2, what does Wika identify as the trigger for recalling memories?
(a) A familiar scent.
(b) Hearing about his son's visit.
(c) The sound of a bell.
(d) Mention of New York.

4. In Book 2: Part 2, why does Wika mention the Berlin Wall and colonies on Mars?
(a) To share his knowledge.
(b) To discuss his interests.
(c) To express confusion.
(d) To engage in wishful thinking.

5. In Book 1: Chapter 2, why does David want to wake up late on the morning?
(a) He is eager to escape the responsibilities of the day.
(b) He wants to avoid joining the slipstream of activities.
(c) He has a difficult night and needs extra sleep.
(d) He prefers to avoid early morning activities.

6. In Book 1: Part 13, why is the Bingham family holding a party on March twelfth?
(a) To commemorate the Free States' independence.
(b) To showcase their family's collection of artifacts.
(c) To host a festive gathering for their friends.
(d) To celebrate the Bingham family's anniversary.

7. In Book 2: Part 2, what event upsets Wika and led to his agitation and confusion?
(a) Discovering a secret.
(b) Frustration over his own condition.
(c) Hearing about his son's visit.
(d) A conversation with the teacher.

8. In Book 1: Chapter 4, how does David feel about the idea of accepting Charles Griffith's offer?
(a) He is undecided and wishes he knew what to do.
(b) He is eager to accept.
(c) He is against the idea.
(d) He has already declined the offer.

9. In Book 2: Part 1, how does Charles react when David offers to return his shirt after it is cleaned?
(a) He scolds David for spending money on dry cleaning.
(b) He insists that David owes him a favor.
(c) He is upset and refuses to accept it.
(d) He thanks David and takes the shirt.

10. In Book 1: Chapter 9, how does David feel about Edward's departure for Vermont?
(a) He is sad and lonely without Edward's company.
(b) He is excited about the opportunity to make new friends.
(c) He is relieved because he can focus on other activities.
(d) He does not really care about Edward's departure.

11. In Book 1: Part 19, why does David confront Edward with questions and accusations upon his return to the room?
(a) He is trying to assert control in their relationship.
(b) He is seeking clarification about Edward's past.
(c) He believes Edward has hidden information.
(d) He is worried about a stolen tea set.

12. In Book 1: Chapter 3, what is depicted on the fourth panel in the Bingham Brothers bank's grand lobby?
(a) A famous family portrait.
(b) The founding of the Free States.
(c) Scenes from the Siege of Yorktown.
(d) A smooth blank expanse.

13. In Book 1: Chapter 3, what special event takes place at the Bingham Brothers bank each year?
(a) A New Year's celebration.
(b) A grand art exhibition.
(c) A special charity auction.
(d) A luncheon for the wards of The Hiram Bingham Charitable School and Institution.

14. In Book 1: Part 12, why is Edward unable to write to David during his visit with his sisters?
(a) He did not want to write to David.
(b) He has forgotten David's address.
(c) He is not allowed to write letters.
(d) He is too busy with family and chores.

15. In Book 2: Part 2, why does Wika accept the bars of chocolate from Uncle William?
(a) Because he loves chocolate.
(b) Because he wants to share them with Edward.
(c) Because he wants to hide them from Edward.
(d) Because he does not want to disappoint Uncle William.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Book 2: Part 1, how does David typically deal with his emotions regarding his father?

2. In Book 1: Part 14, where has David been staying since fleeing the party?

3. In Book 2: Part 2, what is Wika's perspective on wealth and extravagance?

4. In Book 1: Chapter 1, what decision does the grandfather make about his estate, and how does it affect David?

5. In Book 1: Part 15, what does Charles Griffith confess to David about his knowledge of David's illnesses?

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