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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where is Bud's suitcase hidden?
(a) At the orphanage.
(b) Under his bed.
(c) In the shed.
(d) Under the dinner table.

2. What does Bud do to the hornet's nest?
(a) Spills water on it.
(b) Knocks it down.
(c) Avoids it.
(d) Smacks it.

3. Which of the following is the information Bud knows about his new home?
(a) It is a home where his friend Jerry will also be going.
(b) It is a home with no kids.
(c) It is a home with girls.
(d) It is a home with boys.

4. What name did the family who helped Bud call him?
(a) Clarence.
(b) Brian.
(c) Buddy.
(d) Chad.

5. Which of the following describes how Bud feels about the presence of the police?
(a) Unimpressed.
(b) Daunted.
(c) Surprised.
(d) Relieved.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is page powder?

2. Which of the following pictures does this novel provide insight into at the beginning?

3. What is important to Bud about the contents of his suitcase that was disturbed by the Amos family?

4. What is Bud's first mistake during his newfound independence?

5. Which of the following does Todd say to scare Bud as Mr. Amos prepares to take Bud toward his punishment?

(see the answer key)

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