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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 17 & 18.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What sounds does Andrew like to hear on Asphalt Hill?
(a) The tires settling when they throw a new batch on the pile.
(b) The seagulls eating the garbage.
(c) The metal being smashed.
(d) The wheels on concrete.

2. Why is Yolanda upset about what Stoney Buxton tells her?
(a) He is talented and attractive and she wishes he did not witness her actions.
(b) She knows that he means that he'll be watching for when her back is turned to attack.
(c) She is afraid of going to jail for assault.
(d) She knows the bullies will be looking for a way to retaliate.

3. Who is Willie Meredith?
(a) The principal who is dead.
(b) The janitor who brings the gun to school.
(c) The janitor who is dead.
(d) A student who is shot dead.

4. How does Shirley respond to Yolanda's attempt to make up?
(a) Shirley says she already knows all the words.
(b) Shirley tells her she hates cookies.
(c) Shirley says she is grounded and can't come over.
(d) Shirley smiles and has some chocolate.

5. For what is Andrew scolded?
(a) Returning Yolanda's pencils unsharpened.
(b) Not cleaning his flute properly.
(c) Leaving his harmonica out during a lesson.
(d) Sleeping in class.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Yolanda explain indignantly to the cowboy?

2. What does Yolanda decide to bake?

3. What is in an illustration that gives Andrew no motivation?

4. Where does Yolanda's mother decide to move her family?

5. How often had Shirley checked on the cake?

(see the answer key)

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