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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 13 | Chapter 14.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Palmer's dad respond when Palmer asks him if he was a wringer?
(a) He tells Palmer no, he does not believe in wringing.
(b) He tells Palmer yes, and assures him he will be one, too.
(c) He tells Palmer no, and Palmer does not have to be a wringer, either.
(d) He tells Palmer yes, and explains how much he liked it.

2. What does Palmer think about Henry when they are playing at the park?
(a) Henry is the meekest and prey to the others.
(b) Henry is the leader and likes Palmer.
(c) Henry is the outcast and Palmer will take his place.
(d) Henry is shorter than the other two boys.

3. What is Beans' real name?
(a) Arthur LaRue.
(b) Arthur Palmer.
(c) Arthur Dodds.
(d) Arthur Jenkins.

4. Before going to sleep, what does Palmer do with his flashlight?
(a) Checks the bathroom.
(b) Checks his parent's room.
(c) Checks inside his closet.
(d) Checks outside his window.

5. Who do the boys see at the playground on Palmer's birthday?
(a) Palmer's mother.
(b) Bean's grandmother.
(c) Dorothy.
(d) Farquar.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many pigeons are gathered for the pigeon shoot, according to Palmer's dad?

2. What does Palmer get for Christmas from his parents?

3. Where do the boys go in the middle of the night?

4. What does Palmer feel "lurking in shadowy doorways"?

5. What does Palmer begin to smell on his father when he sits in his dad's lap after the pigeon shoot?

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