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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Tom say that Grandmother Tolitha did immediately following Papa John's death?
(a) She moved into a nursing home.
(b) She traveled the world until her money ran out.
(c) She went back to Grandpa Wingo.
(d) She became a religious fanatic.

2. What does Tom's wife blurt out to elicit an emotional response from Tom as they walk along the beach in Chapter One?
(a) She chastises Tom for being a horrible provider.
(b) She begs Tom to spend more time with the children.
(c) She tells Tom that she never loved him.
(d) She confesses she is having an affair.

3. How does the principal feel about Tom beating up Todd?
(a) He is ashamed.
(b) He is glad.
(c) He is shocked.
(d) He does not care.

4. How would you describe the tone of Dr. Lowenstein when she refers to Tom as "Tom Wingo of South Carolina"?
(a) Condescending.
(b) Sympathetic.
(c) Apathetic.
(d) Flirtatious.

5. After producing a letter from Lila, how does Dr. Lowenstein view Tom's mother?
(a) She thinks Lila is no different than her own mother.
(b) She thinks Lila is a concerned parent.
(c) She thinks Lila is a calculating manipulator.
(d) She thinks Lila is a terrible caregiver.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Dr. Lowenstein's reaction to Tom telling the story about Todd Newbury?

2. Tom's mother often made up stories about _____________.

3. What happens as Tom tries to explain the game of football to Dr. Lowenstein?

4. What does Tom promise to tell Dr. Lowenstein during dinner?

5. What does Tom recount as his reason for punching Todd Newbury?

(see the answer key)

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