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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 17.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Polly refuse to eat the food that Richard has gotten her?
(a) It is cold.
(b) She will not eat fish.
(c) She is angry at Richard and won't eat at all.
(d) It is from McDonald's.

2. Why does Barbara feel guilty at the beginning of Chapter 14?
(a) She told the school's headmaster about Sheba.
(b) She spoke to Bangs about Sheba and Steven.
(c) She canceled plans with Sheba and Richard.
(d) She stayed home from school to spend time with Sheba.

3. What does Sheba create a sculpture of?
(a) Barbara's profile.
(b) A small puppy.
(c) A mother and child.
(d) A castle on the coast.

4. Why does Barbara consider calling Richard at the beginning of Chapter 17?
(a) Sheba is very upset.
(b) Barbara misses Richard's company.
(c) Barbara wonders if Richard has any news about Steven.
(d) Barbara wants to check on Sheba's children.

5. What insult does Sheba throw at Barbara at the end of Chapter 16?
(a) Steven always hated Barbara.
(b) It is Barbara's fault they are in such a bind.
(c) Barbara was a horrible teacher.
(d) Barbara isn't fit to shine Richard's shoes.

Short Answer Questions

1. What promise does Barbara make to Sheba before she leaves to go home for the night?

2. What does Barbara point out as being ironic at the beginning of Chapter 3?

3. Why does Sheba refuse to plead guilty in court?

4. Where are Sheba and Barbara staying as the foreword begins?

5. Why is Sheba frustrated with Richard's reaction when she returns home from visiting Steven the first time?

(see the answer key)

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