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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 14: Experiments in Rocking - Chapter 20: The Mission.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. For what sole purpose does Nana keep an active phone line in the house?
(a) To call out for pizza.
(b) For medical emergencies.
(c) In case of calls from prospective tourists.
(d) For the comforting sound of its infrequent rings.

2. What name do Jared and Sebastian end up choosing for their band?
(a) The Rash.
(b) The Measles.
(c) The Mumps.
(d) The Hives.

3. What special family dish does Jared make for Sebastian and himself the morning after Sebastian moves in with the Whitcombs?
(a) A Whitcomb Omelette.
(b) A Whitcomb Salad.
(c) Scrambled Eggs Whitcomb.
(d) A Whitcomb Pizza.

4. What is Sebastian's father doing in the only photograph of him that Sebastian has ever seen?
(a) Lying in bed.
(b) Doing a somersault.
(c) Spring peanut butter on bread.
(d) Playing tennis.

5. According to Nana, the universe is sending a certain thing to people every day. What does she say the universe is sending?
(a) Puzzles to solve.
(b) Creative inspiration.
(c) Energy.
(d) Signals.

Short Answer Questions

1. What object is present in the framed photographs of Nana and Sebastian's house that Sebastian says no one ever notices unless he points it out?

2. What is Jared's nearly inaudible reply when Sebastian tells him that he has "immense musical talent" (197)?

3. When Jared asks Sebastian to start a band with him, he says he needs somebody who will do what he says, not someone with a real what?

4. For what purpose does Nana first ask Sebastian to purchase paint in town?

5. When Nana opens her eyes and speaks to Sebastian just before he leaves the hospital the day of her stroke, what does she say?

(see the answer key)

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