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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What profession did Robert Lipsyte's mother hold?
(a) Banker.
(b) Nurse.
(c) Librarian.
(d) Teacher.

2. Before he goes to sleep in Chapter 4, Alfred sets his alarm for what time?
(a) 7:15 a.m.
(b) 6:00 a.m.
(c) 5:30 a.m.
(d) 4:45 a.m.

3. At what time does Donatelli tell Alfred he will have to be in bed at night in Chapter 3?
(a) 9:00 p.m.
(b) 8:15 p.m.
(c) 7:30 p.m.
(d) 10:30 p.m.

4. When was author Robert Lipsyte born?
(a) 1908.
(b) 1897.
(c) 1919.
(d) 1938.

5. When Alfred returns home in Chapter 6, who questions him regarding his whereabouts and asks if he has been out all night?
(a) Pearl.
(b) Major.
(c) Henry.
(d) James.

Short Answer Questions

1. In literature, what is the inherent incompatibility between the objectives of two or more characters or forces?

2. Who does Alfred's aunt say has been arrested in Chapter 2?

3. Where does Alfred end up going for the first time in Chapter 2?

4. Where did Robert Lipsyte grow up?

5. Alfred spends the afternoon with what uncle who advises him to start thinking about his future in Chapter 4?

(see the answer key)

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