The Pact Novel Trivia Quiz! Chapter 2

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    What was the purpose of the "Three Doctors" in writing "The Pact?

    • To get rich quick.
    • To further their research studies.
    • To help kids in similar situations find hope.
    • To get crack dealers behind bars.
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Explore key themes from Chapter 2 of 'The Pact' in this engaging trivia quiz! Assess understanding of character motivations and dreams, and the authors' purpose to inspire hope in youth facing similar challenges.

The Pact Novel Trivia Quiz! Chapter 2 - Quiz

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  • 2. 

    What was George's dream in Chapter 1?

    • To get out of the ghetto.

    • To get a serious girlfriend.

    • To own his own business.

    • To become a dentist.

    Correct Answer
    A. To become a dentist.
    Explanation
    In Chapter 1, George's dream was to become a dentist. This indicates that he aspires to have a successful career in the field of dentistry.

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  • 3. 

    What could Sam's mom not do in Chapter 2?

    • Read.

    • Make chicken parmigiana.

    • Work at Macy's.

    • Discipline her children.

    Correct Answer
    A. Read.
    Explanation
    In Chapter 2, Sam's mom could not read. This means that she was unable to engage in the activity of reading, whether it be a book, newspaper, or any other form of written material. It is unclear why she was unable to read, as the question does not provide further context. However, it is stated that she was unable to read, making it the correct answer among the given options.

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  • 4. 

    What lesson took Sam a long time to learn?

    • How to pick positive influences for your friends.

    • How to effectively steal without anybody seeing you do it.

    • How to muscle your way into any situation.

    • The pythagoream theorem.

    Correct Answer
    A. How to pick positive influences for your friends.
    Explanation
    Sam took a long time to learn how to pick positive influences for his friends. This implies that Sam struggled with choosing the right people to be around and was perhaps influenced by negative individuals in the past. It suggests that Sam had to go through a process of trial and error, learning from his mistakes, and eventually understanding the importance of surrounding oneself with positive and supportive influences.

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  • 5. 

    What happened to Sam's "Pops" when he was a child?

    • He passed away from pancreatic cancer.

    • He showered him with love.

    • He left home and divorced his mom.

    • He beat Sam.

    Correct Answer
    A. He left home and divorced his mom.
  • 6. 

    Who was the "dominant figure" in George's life?

    • His father.

    • His mother.

    • His step-father.

    • Shahid Jackson Sr.

    Correct Answer
    A. His mother.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "His mother." This means that the most influential and prominent person in George's life was his mother. She had a significant impact on his upbringing and played a dominant role in shaping his life.

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  • 7. 

    How would you best describe George's stepfather?

    • He's very supportive.

    • He is never home.

    • He tries to teach his son about cars.

    • He only does the minimal that he has to do.

    Correct Answer
    A. He only does the minimal that he has to do.
    Explanation
    The given answer suggests that George's stepfather only does the bare minimum that is required of him. This implies that he is not actively involved or invested in George's life beyond what is necessary. This description indicates that he may not be very supportive or engaged in George's upbringing or well-being.

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  • 8. 

    What happened to Noody, one of Sam's childhood friends, after he received a baseball scholarship to Essex Catholic High School?

    • He became the first baseman for the New York Yankees.

    • He became the CEO of Target.

    • He got homesick, dropped out, and returned back to the projects.

    • He flunked out of school.

    Correct Answer
    A. He got homesick, dropped out, and returned back to the projects.
    Explanation
    Noody got homesick, dropped out, and returned back to the projects. This suggests that he was unable to adjust to the new environment and the demands of the scholarship at Essex Catholic High School. As a result, he decided to leave school and go back to his previous living situation.

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  • 9. 

    What was the name of the high school that Sam ended up attending?

    • Dayton

    • University High

    • Newark High

    • Seton Hall University

    Correct Answer
    A. University High
    Explanation
    Sam ended up attending University High.

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  • 10. 

    What was something that one of Sam's friends tried to make him do during his childhood?

    • Steal a car.

    • Steal a computer.

    • Steal a vacuum cleaner.

    • Smoke marijuana.

    Correct Answer
    A. Steal a vacuum cleaner.
    Explanation
    During his childhood, one of Sam's friends attempted to persuade him to steal a vacuum cleaner.

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