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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Frank's father tell the officials from the St. Vincent de Paul Society about their lavatory?
(a) It is killing them because it is infested with disease.
(b) They are very lucky to have a lavatory.
(c) Angela is the only who cleans the lavatory.
(d) The lavatory is too far away for the boys to use.

2. After confessing to the priest on his first communion, why does Margaret send Frank back into the confessional?
(a) His grandmother wants to send her love.
(b) He has to thank the priest for taking his confession.
(c) He forgot to confess that he stole some bread.
(d) He has to ask whether to use holy water or regular water.

3. What is the Confraternity?
(a) A religious organization.
(b) An employment agency.
(c) A dancing class.
(d) A soccer club.

4. What is Mr. O'Neill particularly enthusiastic about teaching?
(a) Music.
(b) Euclid.
(c) Biology.
(d) American History.

5. Why does Quigley seem to annoy his teachers?
(a) His clothes are always dirty.
(b) He is always fighting with the other boys.
(c) He is always asking questions.
(d) He cannot read.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Paddy's dream?

2. Why does it seem that Nora Molloy enjoys being taken to the asylum?

3. After receiving money from the Vincent de Paul society, why does Nora insist on going to the store with Angela?

4. Why do Frank's classmates laugh at him as they leave the store before Christmas?

5. How does Frank spend his tuition money?

(see the answer key)

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