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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters I and II.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Ned wish about visiting his mother?
(a) That it wasn't so glum.
(b) That she didn't ask him so many questions.
(c) He could do so whenever he wants.
(d) That she didn't ask him about school.

2. What do many people lose during the Great Depression?
(a) Nothing.
(b) Their ability to travel extensively.
(c) Their motivation.
(d) Their homes.

3. Who does Ned knows that lives in New York City?
(a) His maternal grandmother.
(b) His great-grandmother.
(c) His uncle.
(d) His great-aunt.

4. Who is Hilary?
(a) Ned's cousin.
(b) Ned's across-the-street neighbor.
(c) Ned's grandfather.
(d) Ned's uncle.

5. Where does Ned travel that night?
(a) To the back pasture.
(b) To the lake.
(c) To his best friend's house.
(d) To the woods.

Short Answer Questions

1. What emotion seems to be just below the surface of Mrs. Scallop?

2. How does Ned perceive his family life before his mother is ill?

3. Why does Ned not like dining with members of the congregation?

4. What does Ned imagine as he is walking back to the house at night?

5. For how long has Ned's mother been ill?

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