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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 12 - 15.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Jessie say Mr. Steward once spanked her?
(a) For climbing a tree.
(b) For throwing rocks.
(c) For skipping school.
(d) For swimming in the river.

2. After leaving the bread truck and walking along the highway, what does Jessie question?
(a) If she is strong enough to help Clifton.
(b) If she is real.
(c) If her Ma is safe.
(d) If the children are still sick.

3. How does Jessie end up escaping from Clifton?
(a) By climbing over a fence.
(b) Through a hole in the fence.
(c) Through a manhole cover.
(d) By running out the front gates.

4. While living in Clifton, how does Jessie style her hair each day?
(a) Braids.
(b) Pigtails.
(c) A messy bun.
(d) She leaves it down.

5. In Chapter 7, what sounds confuses Jessie?
(a) A toilet flushing.
(b) A lock turning.
(c) A sink running.
(d) A phone ringing.

Short Answer Questions

1. What disease is affecting the children of Clifton?

2. What does Ma do before leaving the Bentons' house in Chapter 1?

3. What happens at the end of Chapter 15?

4. After Jessie leaves the bread truck, how does she feel about the driver?

5. What did Ma do for a living before moving to Clifton?

(see the answer key)

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