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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 9 and 10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What derogatory name was Dr. Piedmont called as a kid?
(a) Rat tail.
(b) Bow legs.
(c) Rash face.
(d) Lint head.

2. Zeke is concerned about the what in Yamacraw?
(a) Hurricanes.
(b) Prejudice.
(c) Disease.
(d) Lack of the arts.

3. What object talks for Mrs. Graves when she gets mad?
(a) "The Hammer."
(b) "The Fist."
(c) "The Hand."
(d) "Betsy."

4. What sport goes violently wrong when Pat Conroy tries to teach it?
(a) Hockey.
(b) Football.
(c) Soccer.
(d) Squash.

5. In Chapter 10, Dr. Piedmont says his secret to success is what?
(a) Religion.
(b) Self-belief.
(c) Perseverance.
(d) Money.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which student is sensitive about being short?

2. Who is a "poetess of profanity?"

3. Pat Conroy feels he is fighting against what at the school?

4. Why is Pat Conroy concerned about sending the kids to Beaufort for Halloween?

5. What book is Cindy Lou's favorite?

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