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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2, "The Pilot".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Frank have a checking account?
(a) He never has a checking account; he only pretends he does.
(b) His father sets one up for him a year earlier.
(c) He has to have a checking account to get a job.
(d) He starts his own account when he gets his first job.

2. How does Frank's father's financial situation change during the first chapter?
(a) He goes from being a businessman to being a postal clerk.
(b) He rises from his job as a postal clerk to become a businessman.
(c) He loses his job and is unemployed.
(d) He leaves his job as a businessman and becomes a politician.

3. Why is Frank so determined to raise money?
(a) He wants to save for college.
(b) He wants to travel.
(c) He wants to buy a car.
(d) He wants to go on dates with girls.

4. Where does a deadheading pilot sit on a plane?
(a) In an extra seat in coach.
(b) In a jumpseat in the cockpit.
(c) In an extra seat in first class.
(d) In the copilot's seat.

5. How old is Frank when he leaves home?
(a) Twenty-five years old.
(b) Twelve years old.
(c) Twenty years old.
(d) Sixteen years old.

Short Answer Questions

1. How is Frank affected by his parents' divorce?

2. From the tone of the first chapter, how does Frank feels about the choices he makes?

3. How does Frank feel about being sent to reform school?

4. How does Frank find a place to stay after he runs away?

5. How does Frank earn a living when he first runs away from home?

(see the answer key)

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