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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 16.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does Frank get a job at the end of Chapter 3?
(a) A pub.
(b) A cement factory.
(c) The butcher's shop.
(d) A potato farm.

2. What kind of teacher is Mr. Benson?
(a) Selfish and greedy, refusing to teach the boys about Catholicism.
(b) Devoted to his Catholicism, but hates answering questions about it.
(c) Kind and nurturing to the boys and excited to talk about his faith.
(d) Quiet and timid, answering questions slowly and only when asked multiple times.

3. What does Bridey tell Frank about his relationship with Mr. Hannon?
(a) Mr. Hannon hated the way Frank worked.
(b) Frank was a better worker than Mr. Hannon.
(c) Frank was like a son to Mr. Hannon.
(d) Mr. Hannon was annoyed by Frank's mannerisms.

4. How does Frank earn money from Mr. Timoney?
(a) He delivers coal to Mr. Timoney.
(b) He cleans Mr. Timoney's home.
(c) He reads to Mr. Timoney.
(d) He brings Mr. Timoney books.

5. Why is Frank nervous about delivering the telegram to Theresa Carmody's house?
(a) She has consumption.
(b) There are rumors that she is very mean.
(c) Her family has a reputation for drinking too much.
(d) She never tips the delivery boys.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the "Angel on the Seventh Step" bring the family?

2. How does the family get coal for Christmas dinner?

3. Why is Frank hospitalized for a second time in Chapter 9?

4. For what religious event is Frank preparing for in Chapter 9?

5. Where does Frank plan on getting a bike for his school trip in Chapter 13?

(see the answer key)

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