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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6, Regroup.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. On the day that David runs late for the hospital, what lie does David tell his father?
(a) That his mother is coming to visit.
(b) That his brothers are coming to visit.
(c) That he is leaving in an hour.
(d) That the doctor says he is going to be okay.

2. Who does the enlisting sergeant compare David to?
(a) Christopher Platte.
(b) John Boyd.
(c) Chuck Yeager.
(d) "Tex" Johnston.

3. What does David think his father's admittance into the hospital will do for his family?
(a) Bring his parents back together.
(b) Create a relationship between David and his father.
(c) Create a relationship between David and his mother.
(d) Bring him closure regarding his abusive family.

4. What decision does David make during the summer of 1978?
(a) To become a car salesman.
(b) To see his mother.
(c) To quit high school.
(d) To contact his brothers.

5. During David's nightmares, how does he see his mother?
(a) In a grave.
(b) Holding her arms out to welcome him into an embrace.
(c) Standing like a statue at the end of a hall.
(d) In a hospital room.

Short Answer Questions

1. After examining David, what does the nurse come to find out is David's real injury?

2. What excuse does David's mother come up with to cover up his injuries sustained from being pushed down the stairs?

3. What does David want his mother to do to him?

4. Who goes to the hospital with David to see his father for the first time?

5. Why is there no casket at the funeral of David's father?

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