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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In spite of all their differences, what do each of the family members need?
(a) The suggestions of the others.
(b) The support of the others.
(c) Money from the others.
(d) Food from the others.

2. What is made even more intriguing for the boys?
(a) Their fascination with Grandma Kurnitz.
(b) Their fascination with Bella.
(c) Their fascination with Louie.
(d) Their fascination with their pet rat.

3. Why does Eddie have to leave the room?
(a) His mother asks him to leave.
(b) Before his emotions overtake him.
(c) He is angry with his mother.
(d) He wants to see the boys.

4. Why is Grandma verbally battling with Arty?
(a) She loves to argue.
(b) Arty enjoys complaining to Grandma.
(c) They do not agree over what to have for dinner.
(d) To force Arty to drink the horrible mustard soup.

5. What reason does Louie give the boys for why he is leaving town?
(a) He cares too much for the boys.
(b) He cannot stand Grandma.
(c) His business is finished.
(d) It is too dangerous for him to stay.

Short Answer Questions

1. How is Louie insulted?

2. For whom is the basketball?

3. Why must Grandma Kurnitz come upstairs to get Jay?

4. With what is Arty sick?

5. Who would Bella like to have over for dinner some night?

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