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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where are Russell and his family going for their first family trip?
(a) Hoboken, to visit Aunt Sally.
(b) Newark, to visit Uncle Etch.
(c) Morrisonville, to visit Ida Rebecca.
(d) Taylorstown, to visit Uncle Miller.

2. According to Uncle Irvey, "A man works from sun to sun, but woman's work is ____?" (p. 55)
(a) A ton.
(b) Always fun.
(c) Hard to run.
(d) Never done.

3. During a high school debate in 1913, what does Lucy argue in favor of?
(a) The death penalty.
(b) Hoovervilles.
(c) Women's suffrage.
(d) Socialism.

4. Why did Lucy Elizabeth feel jealous of Aunt Goldie?
(a) Aunt Goldie was the most beautiful woman in five counties.
(b) Lucy Elizabeth was in love with Uncle Tom.
(c) Aunt Goldie convinced Uncle Tom to stop drinking.
(d) Aunt Goldie had an indoor bathroom.

5. Where does Benjamin have to go, interrupting the family's trip?
(a) He has to go to Newark.
(b) He has to go to a hospital.
(c) He has to go to Texas.
(d) He has to go back to Morrisonville.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who takes Russell to see Benjamin when his body is brought home?

2. What is Russell's earliest memory?

3. Who is Lucy's model of male excellence?

4. What is Russell's first Christmas gift?

5. What does Russell's mother think is a major character flaw of his?

(see the answer key)

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