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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Though she is heartbroken, Marie says she will not "park herself on the tracks for Nector," which means:
(a) She will not put herself in the way of harm for his happiness.
(b) She will not give up on herself and fall apart.
(c) She will not destroy their truck by leaving it on the train tracks.
(d) She will not leave her husband and children.

2. Like Marie in the previous chapter, Nector compares himself to:
(a) His mother.
(b) Lost in a dream.
(c) Discarded rosary beads.
(d) A stone being worn down by water.

3. The conversation between Zelda and Aurelia suggests what about their personalities?
(a) Aurelia is restrained while Zelda is generous.
(b) Aurelia is conservative while Zelda is liberal.
(c) Zelda is forgiving while Aurelia is judgemental.
(d) Zelda is judgemental while Aurelia is forgiving.

4. The images Lipsha creates of the dandelions at the end of the chapter may also represent:
(a) The
(b) Marie and Lulu.
(c) Nector's death.
(d) Himself.

5. Albertine believes Gerry's main problem is:
(a) He believes in justice.
(b) He doesn't have any white friends.
(c) He was restless.
(d) He believe in laws and authority.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Marie pours syrup on her hand while thinking of Leopolda, the scene reminds the reader of what?

2. Why does everyone seem wary of King's new car?

3. King's exchange with his wife Lynette suggests what?

4. When Albertine says she "would never know how heavy a ton was unless it fell on [her]" she suggests:

5. Why does Gordie believe he has brought out June's ghost?

(see the answer key)

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