A Summer's Reading Quiz
The book takes us on a journey into the life of George as he faces the consequences of dropping out of school on an impulse. While reading the story we see the toll the decision weighs on him and his family. Take up this quiz below on the captivating book we just read.
Questions and Answers
- 1.
Where was Bernard Malamud born?
- A.
New York City
- B.
Boston
- C.
Waseca
- D.
Brooklyn
Correct Answer
D. BrooklynExplanation
Bernard Malamud was born in Brooklyn.Rate this question:
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- 2.
When did George Stoyonovich quit high school?
- A.
11
- B.
17
- C.
19
- D.
18
Correct Answer
B. 17Explanation
George Stoyonovich quit high school at the age of 17.Rate this question:
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- 3.
How many books did George say he was going to read?
- A.
56
- B.
100
- C.
1
- D.
89
Correct Answer
B. 100Explanation
George said he was going to read 100 books.Rate this question:
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- 4.
What did Mr. Cattanzara's wife do to him everynight?
- A.
Nothing
- B.
Watched him on the balcony
- C.
Yell at him and beat him with a broom
- D.
Sent the dogs after him
Correct Answer
B. Watched him on the balconyExplanation
Mr. Cattanzara's wife would watch him on the balcony every night.Rate this question:
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- 5.
When does George start reading the books he promised?
- A.
Never
- B.
At the end of summer
- C.
Right away
- D.
He never stopped reading
Correct Answer
B. At the end of summerExplanation
George starts reading the books he promised at the end of summer. This implies that he does not start reading them immediately or continuously, but rather waits until the end of the summer to begin.Rate this question:
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