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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What has changed between Chapter 1 and Chapter 2?
(a) The plot. Chapter 2 introduces a new conflict.
(b) The characters. Chapter 2 contains a new main character.
(c) The tone. Chapter 2 begins after a new tragedy in Jacob's life.
(d) The setting. Chapter 2 takes place in Jacob's past.

2. What holds the attention of many of the assisted-living center's residents in Chapter 5?
(a) A movie in the activity room.
(b) The circus.
(c) A new game in the activity room.
(d) A new resident who can dance.

3. Who does Camel attempt to speak to on Jacob's behalf?
(a) August
(b) Walter
(c) Marlena
(d) Uncle Al

4. What does the barker do to reward Jacob?
(a) Gives him a promise of future aid.
(b) Gives him money.
(c) Gives him a promise of a permanant job.
(d) Gives him a security job on the cooch show.

5. Why is Jacob in the assisted-living center?
(a) He wants to be near people his own age.
(b) He has no family to care for him.
(c) He broke his hip and needs extra help while he recovers.
(d) He is old.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Jacob sleep his first night in his new sleeping quarters?

2. What impresses Jacob about a woman he sees in the menagerie tent in Chapter 3?

3. What does Jacob complain to the nurse about?

4. Why does Jacob return to school?

5. Where is Jacob taken after it is decided he will remain with the circus to examine a sick animal?

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