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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 7-9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What happens when Vernon tries out for the junior high baseball team?
(a) He is given the opportunity to play any position .
(b) He discovers there are many players who are better at the sport.
(c) He is told he can play, but only if he plays outfield.
(d) The other kids laugh at him and he doesn't try out.

2. Where does Maxine leave the note for Vernon?
(a) With Bobby.
(b) On his front door.
(c) On his porch.
(d) In the mailbox.

3. What color is the hat Maxine is wearing the day Vernon first pays attention to her?
(a) Black.
(b) Purple.
(c) Red.
(d) Blue.

4. What is in the jar by Miss Annie's sofa?
(a) Sewing supplies.
(b) A drink.
(c) Flowers.
(d) Candy.

5. Who is singing as Vernon goes upstairs, leaving his father in the kitchen?
(a) Elvis.
(b) Johnny Cash.
(c) Buddy Holly.
(d) Glen Campbell.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Miss Annie say her children live?

2. How long ago did Vernon's mom die?

3. What is Ronald's job while Vernon is helping clean up the yard?

4. What does Vernon's father say when Vernon asks why Maxine drinks?

5. What does Maxine say Mrs. Dibbs gave Ronald one year?

(see the answer key)

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