This Boy's Life Quiz

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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

Why does Toby like Norma's boyfriend Bobby? (from Chapter 4, Citizenship in the Home (pgs. 126-130))

Bobby lets Toby drink with him and Norma.

Bobby reminds Toby of his older brother.

Bobby gives Toby advice about how to play basketball.

Bobby gives Toby money.

2.

When Toby falls from a tree branch down a concrete hill, what demonstrates his disinterest in saving his own life? (from Chapter 5, Citizenship in the School (pgs. 181-191))

His hands are in his pockets.

Climbing the tree branch.

He does not cry for help.

Drinking Hawaiian Punch and vodka.

3.

Why does Skipper go to Tijuana, Mexico? (from Chapter 4, Citizenship in the Home (pgs 117-125))

To marry his high school sweetheart.

To have the interior of his car upholstered.

To look for work.

To get away from Dwight and the family.

4.

How does Toby feel about the information he writes on his letters of recommendation and transcripts? (from Chapter 5, Citizenship in the School (pgs. 200-214))

He feels everything he writes is the hidden truth and his real identity.

He thinks that anyone who reads the papers will automatically believe the information is true.

He doesn't care what he writes as long as it will get him into a better school.

He is ashamed of lying.

5.

Why does Toby feel good about hitting Arthur? (from Chapter 5, Citizenship in the School (pgs. 215-221))

He thinks it will make him more popular in school.

Fighting makes him feel powerful.

He has grown to hate Arthur.

It is the first time Dwight views Toby in a way that makes him feel loved.

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