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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why doesn't Joe fight Spunk?
(a) He is afraid he will get hurt.
(b) He is suffering from a medical condition.
(c) It is unclear.
(d) He doesn't want to embarrass Spunk.

2. How do Joe's clothes fit him?
(a) Very well.
(b) They are flattering.
(c) Like a glove.
(d) Poorly.

3. How does Joe's size compare to Spunk's?
(a) They are about the same size.
(b) He is much smaller.
(c) Joe is much fatter.
(d) Joe is taller than Spunk, but not stronger.

4. How do the men treat Joe when he comes into the store?
(a) With respect and deference.
(b) They laugh at his jokes.
(c) They ridicule him.
(d) With sympathy.

5. What is Elijah's role in the story?
(a) He is a narrator and a gossip.
(b) He gives advice to Spunk.
(c) He helps Joe through hard times.
(d) He tries to encourage others to stop gossiping.

Short Answer Questions

1. Whose dialogue makes up most of Chapter 1?

2. What do Elijah's friends call him?

3. What does Lena say about the house she lives in now?

4. How can Spunk's clothes best be described?

5. Why does Lena totally reject Joe?

(see the answer key)

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