A Christmas Memory

Which of the following statements best describes Buddy’s friend?

• She is a beloved member of the household.

• She has strong feelings about God.

• She has a close relationship with her family and many friends.

• She loves to go to the movies with Buddy.

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When it comes to his other relatives, Buddy

• barely acknowledges their existence.

• feels very close to them.

• is jealous of the attention they pay to his cousin.

• admires their generosity.

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Which of the following adjectives does not apply to Buddy’s friend?

• Content

• Generous

• Determined

• judgemental

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Late in the story, Buddy is separated from his friend. Why?

• He grows up and moves away.

• His friend is sent to the hospital with a serious injury.

• A letter from President Roosevelt invites Buddy’s friend to the White House.

• Buddy is sent to military school by his relatives.

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The relatives who live in the house make Buddy’s friend cry because

• she took Buddy to a sinful dancing cafe, even though it was during the day.

• she sends fruitcakes to people she has never met.

• they shout angry words at her about her behavior with Buddy.

• they make her feel old and silly.

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What do we learn about Buddy’s friend from the scene with Mr. HaHa?

• She is braver than she seems.

• She is boisterous and bold.

• She admires Mr. and Mrs. Haha’s ability to stand up to the community.

• She won’t speak to strangers.

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Why do you think Buddy’s friend says “I can’t sleep a hoot” before dawn on Christmas morning?

• She is worn out from making Buddy’s gift.

• She is eager for morning to come so she can open presents.

• She is worried that Buddy might be coming down with a cold.

• She is hungry and wants to eat breakfast.

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Why is the narrator called "Buddy"?

• It's after his family's dog that died a long time ago
• It's after Mr. Incredible's biggest fan (Incrediboy, duh)
  
• It's after an uncle that was a really great man
  
• It's after his best friend's former best friend

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What is the most expensive ingredient of the fruitcake?

• crushed diamonds in place of salt

• raisins

• soda

• whiskey

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What is Buddy and his best friend's tradition?

• getting drunk on whiskey
• making fruitcake
• having dinner with family
• making Christmas cards for neighbors

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