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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 7 and 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How do the students feel about Mrs. Brown?
(a) They hate her.
(b) They think she's funny.
(c) They respect her.
(d) They love her.

2. What happens in January that hasn't happened on Yamacraw Island since 1952?
(a) The river floods the town.
(b) The oysters are edible.
(c) The fish start migrating.
(d) A bad cold spell.

3. Cindy Lou protests what about Halloween?
(a) Eating "free candy."
(b) Dressing up in "ghost clothes."
(c) Dressing up as "a witch."
(d) All the "poisoned apples."

4. What unique style of teaching does Pat Conroy use to share information with his class?
(a) Pep rally.
(b) Whispering.
(c) Essay writing.
(d) Mime.

5. Which popular singer do the students in Yamacraw love?
(a) Frank Sinatra.
(b) James Brown.
(c) Ray Charles.
(d) Elvis Presley.

Short Answer Questions

1. On the river, what natural element scares Pat Conroy?

2. What book reminds Pat Conroy of his animal infestation in Chapter 8?

3. Pat Conroy is required to get permission to leave school during recess from who?

4. Who tries to prevent the students from leaving Yamacraw Island for Halloween?

5. In Chapter 7, Mrs. Brown beats Prophet for doing what?

(see the answer key)

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