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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Lark ask Mama to read the story of Peggy and the Pansies?
(a) It makes her think of the new house.
(b) She hasn't heard it before.
(c) It reminds her of Hilly.
(d) She hasn't heard it in a long time.

2. What does Mama look for in her purse?
(a) A quarter.
(b) A hanky.
(c) Candy.
(d) A comb.

3. What kind of coat is Papa wearing when he goes outside the morning after Mama comes to look for him?
(a) A brown one with a hood.
(b) He's not wearing one.
(c) A green one with a brown collar.
(d) A blue one that's too light for the cold weather.

4. What does Aunt Betty ask for as soon as she wakes from her fever?
(a) Eggs.
(b) Ice cream.
(c) Chicken soup.
(d) Tea.

5. What color is the dress Mrs. Stillman is wearing when Lark arrives at her house?
(a) Brown.
(b) Blue.
(c) Gray.
(d) Yellow.

6. What two gifts are given to Lark on her last day at school?
(a) Hair ribbons and a brush set.
(b) A jump rope and a set of jacks..
(c) A pair of house slippers and a box of chocolates.
(d) An autograph book and a diary.

7. What color are the tickets eligible to win at the theater's drawing?
(a) Red.
(b) Blue.
(c) Gray.
(d) Green.

8. What kind of lessons is Lark taking?
(a) Typing.
(b) Ballet.
(c) Tap dance.
(d) Piano.

9. What does Lark look for in her purse?
(a) A handkerchief.
(b) A comb.
(c) A barrette.
(d) A quarter.

10. Why does Mama say she and Aunt Betty are going to Minneapolis?
(a) To go shopping.
(b) To go dancing.
(c) To attend church.
(d) To see a lawyer.

11. What is Aunt Betty's answer when Lark asks if she believes Hilly went to hell?
(a) She doesn't know.
(b) He went into limbo.
(c) He didn't go to hell.
(d) He did go to hell.

12. What dessert does Papa insist he wants for supper on the evening after Hilly's funeral?
(a) Chocolate cake.
(b) Raisin pie.
(c) Nut bread.
(d) Chocolate ice cream.

13. Where does Lark sit during Mass?
(a) Next to Papa.
(b) As far from Papa as possible.
(c) She doesn't go.
(d) Near Mrs. Stillman.

14. Where does Lark hide when it's time to go to confession?
(a) In Papa's truck.
(b) In Mama's car.
(c) At home under her crib.
(d) In the basement.

15. What does Mama say her marriage was like?
(a) Like having a elephant sitting on her chest.
(b) Like having a hippopotamus sitting on her face.
(c) Like having a wild cat in her pocket.
(d) Like having a giraffe in her car.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the present Mama brings Lark from one of her trips?

2. Which kind of jelly bean does Lark eat first?

3. What is Hilly wearing in Lark's dream?

4. What are Lark's responsibilities in return for her allowance?

5. When does Lark study the catechism with Papa?

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