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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What research captures Charlie's imagination at the library?
(a) The truth about Mad Jack Lionel.
(b) The Vietnam War.
(c) Corrigan's history of serial killers.
(d) Research on killers throughout history.

2. What topic do Jeffrey and Charlie NOT tease each other about in Chapter Two?
(a) The best way to die.
(b) Their popularity.
(c) The best super heroes.
(d) How to get girls.

3. What is ironic about Mrs. Bucktin's admonishment for Charlie to "show some respect for your things!" (99)?
(a) There is no irony in this statement.
(b) Her clothes are just as dirty as his.
(c) She is showing no respect for her own son.
(d) We know that she does not care about his shirt anymore than he does.

4. What is the title of Jeffrey and Charlie's Great Australian novel?
(a) Truth McJustice and the Holy Grail.
(b) Pope on a Rope: Truth Will Set You Free.
(c) Jasper Jones: The True Cricket Champion.
(d) Mark Twain, Harper Lee, and Australia.

5. Why does Charlie's dad give him a stack of American books on Civil Rights in Chapter One?
(a) Charlie's teachers have said he needs help with reading.
(b) Charlie claims to be bored during the summer.
(c) Charlie mentions feeling confused about Jasper's mixed racial heritage.
(d) Charlie is putting too much emphasis on sports.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter One, who has been murdered?

2. The memory of the peppermint trees at Eliza's house might be a symbol for which of the following?

3. As he drinks in Chapter One, what does Jasper reveal about his family?

4. Who is the mythical boogeyman of the town?

5. As they walk out of the woods at the end of Chapter One, how does Charlie feel about Jasper?

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