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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Summer 1934,.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Billie Jo mad at her mother?
(a) She will not let her miss school to practice for a program
(b) She will not make her a new dress
(c) She will not let her wear makeup
(d) She will not let her go to the movies

2. Ma is burned so badly that she is _______________________.
(a) Fevered
(b) Charred
(c) Unrecognizable
(d) Comatose

3. Who does Billie Jo go on the road with to play piano?
(a) The Goodwin Gospel Group
(b) Mr. Romney
(c) The Brice Family
(d) Arley Wanderdale

4. What does Daddy do as a result of Ma's injuries?
(a) Hires some help
(b) Sells the farm
(c) Makes out his will
(d) Goes on a drinking binge

5. In what war did Billie Jo's father serve?
(a) Korean War
(b) World War I
(c) Vietnam War
(d) World War II

Short Answer Questions

1. What happens to Ma as Billie Jo is trying to save the apple trees?

2. How many trees are in Billie Jo's front yard?

3. What helps Billie Jo escape life's problems?

4. What does Billie Jo call her father since Ma's death?

5. What does Daddy think about Ma's idea to get water to the crops?

(see the answer key)

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