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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Story 3, Scut Farkas and the Murderous Mariah.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the Old Man admire about his favorite ride at the County Fair?
(a) It's a fine piece of machinery.
(b) It makes him feel like a teenager again.
(c) Very few dare to get on such a wild ride.
(d) It's just the right length.

2. How long does the Shepherd-Bumpus feud last?
(a) Until the narrator goes off to college.
(b) Until the Bumpus family moves away.
(c) Three weeks.
(d) Nine years.

3. What is the Old Man's absolute favorite ride at the County Fair?
(a) Enormo Gordo Run.
(b) Whirligig Rocket Whip.
(c) Torpedo Blaster.
(d) Lightning Strike.

4. What does the narrator say is one of the most popular playground games at his school?
(a) Dodgeball.
(b) Marble throwing.
(c) Top spinning.
(d) Four square.

5. The narrator realizes he has found his weapon when the black-shawled lady pulls what out of a box?
(a) A rabbit's foot for good luck.
(b) Instruction booklet on how to win top spinning matches.
(c) A tiki head that symbolizes power and glory.
(d) Silver top that looks like Scut's top.

Short Answer Questions

1. The Old Man is loyal to the Oldsmobile, but he deviates from his dedication to drive what automobile brand?

2. What does the Old Man do trying to get a glimpse of the new family that moves in next door?

3. Where does the Bumpus family like to go shopping?

4. Where do most kids get their tops from?

5. Who goes on the Old Man's favorite ride at the County Fair?

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