1. What makes Dicey doubt that Maybeth might be retarded?
(a) Maybeth usually struggles, but somehow always manages to keep up.
(b) Maybeth quietly understands her sister and brothers.
(c) Maybeth knows she needs to improve and is determined to do so.
(d) Maybeth has demonstrated ability to learn music, melodies and song words.

2. What game is Sammy playing when he tries to bend the rules?
(a) Monopoly.
(b) Scrabble.
(c) Checkers.
(d) Parcheesi.

3. What thought occurs to Dicey when James shows the family Bible with the names of Gram's children written inside?
(a) Dicey thinks the four kids names should be added to the Bible list.
(b) Dicey thinks the list of names provides mental comfort to Gram.
(c) Dicey thinks her mother's name should be lined out.
(d) Dicey thinks the list of names stirs melancholy and gloom.

4. What are Gram's personal thoughts concerning the finances?
(a) She resents the uncaring manners of the insurance companies.
(b) She is grateful for the kindly manners of insurance agents.
(c) She is unhappy about accepting public aid.
(d) She is pleasantly surprised at the amount of helpful money available for people.

5. What is Gram's announcement concerning finances?
(a) The insurance company has approved a cash settlement for the family.
(b) They must go on welfare in order to make ends meet.
(c) The insurance company has denied a cash settlement for the family.
(d) Maryland County Trust Bureau wants to visit the family, possibly to provide funding.