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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does Sara decide to go after Wanda leaves?
(a) The lake.
(b) The vacant lot.
(c) The woods.
(d) Mary's house.

2. What marks the place where Charlie goes when he is anxious?
(a) Scratches on the table.
(b) Dents on the bed frame.
(c) Worn spots on the bathtub.
(d) Foot grooves on the porch.

3. What does Charlie do to comfort himself when he feels shut off from the world?
(a) Counts the birds.
(b) Listens to his watch.
(c) Taps his fingers.
(d) Shuffles his feet.

4. Where is Charlie sitting at the beginning of the book?
(a) On Sara's bed.
(b) On the couch.
(c) At the kitchen table.
(d) On the porch steps.

5. Where are Wanda and Aunt Willie arguing in Chapter 3?
(a) The kitchen.
(b) On the back porch.
(c) On the front porch.
(d) Wanda's room.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who forces Charlie to show what is making him anxious at the beginning of the book?

2. What is Sara's best friend's name?

3. Where does Charlie start walking when he gets upset while sitting on Mary's porch?

4. Why does Sara not like Wanda talking about Charlie to strangers?

5. What does Willie say to Sara after Wanda leaves?

(see the answer key)

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