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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. With whom does Mr. Treadwell live?
(a) His sister.
(b) His partner.
(c) His cousin.
(d) His wife.

2. When Steffie answers the phone, who wants to come over?
(a) The Stovers.
(b) The Singers.
(c) The Sittenfelds.
(d) The Silberts.

3. What is the structure Murray and Jack visit, which is claimed to be the "most photographed" such structure?
(a) A library.
(b) A barn.
(c) A silo.
(d) A church.

4. What does Denise say causes cancer in lab animals?
(a) Cigarettes.
(b) Mylex.
(c) Asbetsos.
(d) Sugarless gum.

5. Which family member avoids the crowd in Steffie's room?
(a) Heinrich.
(b) Steffie.
(c) Wilder.
(d) Jack.

Short Answer Questions

1. Jack finds Wilder watching Heinrich do a science experiment with what objects?

2. How old is Jack going to be?

3. What does Babette like to drink when she comes from class?

4. How old is Heinrich?

5. Who helps Jack find a German teacher?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Bee claim about the conflict between her mother and stepfather?

2. What does Babette look like?

3. Describe the student body of the College-on-the-Hill.

4. Describe what happens when Denise confronts Babette about the Dylar on the way to the mall.

5. Describe the scene that opens the novel, in terms of setting, action and narration.

6. What is the mood of the family when they are shopping at the mall?

7. Describe how Murray interacts with Jack and Babette at the supermarket.

8. Why did Jack name Heinrich Heinrich?

9. What is Babette's attitude toward parents watching television with their children?

10. Why is Bob Pardee passing through town?

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