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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Stuart able to leave school?
(a) He goes on a hunger strike.
(b) Mary no longer wants to invest in his education.
(c) He and Meggie fight continuously.
(d) He fights with Paddy.

2. Which of the following does Mary Carson not provide for Paddy's family?
(a) A job.
(b) Tuition for two of the Cleary children to go to boarding school.
(c) A home.
(d) A maid.

3. What is Ralph's role with the Cleary family?
(a) He is more of a close family friend than a priest.
(b) He takes on a father role with the twins.
(c) He provides transportation to them for errands.
(d) He loans them money to tide them over.

4. What is Paddy's job?
(a) Welder.
(b) Day laborer for other farmers.
(c) Sheep herder.
(d) Storekeeper.

5. Paddy and Fiona have how many sons?
(a) 7.
(b) 5.
(c) 4.
(d) 8.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the first person that the Cleary family meets when they arrive in Gillanbone?

2. Who is the main character of this novel?

3. What does Frank do after he hears reports about him and Paddy?

4. How much older is Mary than Ralph?

5. Why does Meggie leave school?

(see the answer key)

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