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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2, Good Times.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Dave's mother surprise him after he finishes washing the dishes in Chapter 1, The Rescue?
(a) She tells him he did a good job with the dishes.
(b) She gives him a kiss on the forehead.
(c) She allows him to eat the milk and cereal leftover in his brother's bowl.
(d) She tells him she is proud of him.

2. Why does Dave not mind running to school in the morning?
(a) He likes to get to school early and talk to the teachers
(b) He can get there early enough to steal food from other children's lunch bags.
(c) He likes to stay in shape for the track team.
(d) He can play tag with the other children in the schoolyard.

3. What is the rare thing Dave's mother does when he finishes eating in Chapter 1, The Rescue?
(a) She drives him to school.
(b) She makes him a lunch.
(c) She combs his hair.
(d) She gives him a hug.

4. What is the name of Dave's father?
(a) Stephen David.
(b) Stephen Joseph.
(c) Joseph Stephen.
(d) David Joseph.

5. Where is Dave taken after the meeting in Mr. Hansen's office?
(a) To his father's workplace.
(b) The police station.
(c) Home.
(d) Back to his classroom.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Dave's mother tell him in Chapter 1, The Rescue to say happened to his face?

2. In Chapter 2, Good Times, when does Dave's mom hug him, giving him a feeling of warmth and safety?

3. What does Dave's mother proceed to do after she announces to her children that she is sick Chapter 2, Good Times?

4. When does Dave's mother start decorating for the Christmas holidays in Chapter 2, Good Times?

5. What kind of a housekeeper is Dave's mother during the good times?

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