Ch 9Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry Quiz

Why does Jeremy feel lonely?

• Because the black school ends earlier than the white school.

• Because he doesn't have any pets.

• Because he moved to a new town.

• Because he doesn't like ice cream.

What does Mama say about why the older Simms boys hang around T.J.?

• Because T.J. has a lot of money.

• Because they are related.

• Because it makes them feel better to make fun of him.

• Because they are best friends.

Why hasn't Papa gone back to the railroad?

• Because he is afraid something will happen with the boycott.

• Because he lost his job.

• Because he is on vacation.

• Because he doesn't like traveling.

What threat do Mr. Lanier and Mr. Avery face from Mr. Granger?

• Having to move away.

• Losing their pets.

• Having to paint his house.

• Being put on a chain gang.

Why is Papa planning to go to Vicksburg?

• To buy a new house.

• To visit relatives.

• To conduct business.

• For a holiday.

What happened to Papa on the way back from Vicksburg?

• He found a lost puppy.

• He was shot and the wagon rolled over his leg.

• He opened a new store.

• He won a prize.

What does the weather do when the men haven't returned from Vicksburg?

• It starts to snow.

• It begins to storm heavily.

• It becomes very sunny.

• A rainbow appears.

What does Mr. Morrison not do when he tells Mama about the accident?

• Laugh loudly.

• Sing a song.

• Look her in the eye.

• Dance around.