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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What achievement does Paul acquire by the end of his sophomore year?
(a) He wins a poetry contest.
(b) He finally learns how to play soccer.
(c) He wins the Greek theater award.
(d) He wins the Latin Declamation contest.

2. What secret does Bobby and Jackie have between them?
(a) Kids telling Bobby his brother is a queer.
(b) Bobby is Jackie's favorite.
(c) They play hooky and Jackie takes Bobby to Boston for a day.
(d) Jackie is Bobby's favorite.

3. What shocking example does Paul recall that shows how the people of Andover feel about black people?
(a) The public lynching that occurs not too far from his home.
(b) People kicked the severed head of a black boy that dies from a train accident.
(c) The graffiti on the black family's home.
(d) The set fire that burns the home of the only black family in Andover.

4. What does Paul vow after feeling betrayed by a friend?
(a) Not to trust anyone in his school again.
(b) To end his secrets and be open about his sexual preference in high school.
(c) To seek revenge by spreading a dirty rumor.
(d) Not to be tempted by another man again.

5. Who is the object of Paul's fetish?
(a) Judy Garland.
(b) Audra Hepburn.
(c) Marilyn Monroe.
(d) Liz Taylor.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Paul's main friend as a child?

2. What makes Paul feel guilty for his acceptance to the three Ivy League schools he applies to?

3. Which one of the following is NOT true about Richie's club?

4. What is Paul's biggest relief by graduation day?

5. What causes Paul to feel guilty about his relationship with Kite?

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