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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 5-8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the technique called that Little Man's speech therapist has taught him in order to help with his stutter in Chapter 1?
(a) Aspirated Thought.
(b) Gentle Air.
(c) Soft Speaking.
(d) Syllabic Reasoning.

2. What three words has Little Man practiced in order to start a conversation with Mrs. Worthington on his route in Chapter 7?
(a) "Paper boy delivery."
(b) "Cool for July."
(c) "Nice weather out."
(d) "Love your hair."

3. What kind of store does Rat's father own?
(a) A clothing store.
(b) A hardware store.
(c) A candy store.
(d) A butcher shop.

4. What is the name of the town where Mam grew up?
(a) Coldwater.
(b) Cleveland.
(c) Malvern.
(d) Lafayette.

5. Who does Little Man see watching him from his truck when his father drops him off at the newspaper pickup in Chapter 8?
(a) Ara T.
(b) Big Sack.
(c) Rat.
(d) Slim Tim.

Short Answer Questions

1. What kind of restaurant do Little Man's parents take him to in Chapter 7?

2. What is Mam's real name?

3. Where did Rat incur a scar from crashing his bike?

4. In Chapter 5, Mr. Spiro tells Little Man, "A good painting after all is more truthful than" what?

5. How does Little Man describe Mrs. Worthington's eyes when he brings her paper to her on her porch swing in Chapter 7?

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