Free Lunch--Book Quiz

Why does Rex hate going grocery shopping?

• He never gets to pick out anything he wants.
• He's not allowed to try free samples.
• He's scared someone will say he is shoplifting.

What does Abuela say about wishes?

• There is no such things as wishes.
• You only get one per birthday.
• They only come true if you believe in them.

Why can't Rex play football?

• It costs too much money.
• His mom thinks he will get hurt.
• Sam thinks he isn't tough enough to play.

How does Rex feel about eating McDonalds all the time?

• He doesn't like the food and it gives him stomach aches.
• He loves the hamburgers.
• He gives his food to Ford to eat.

What freaks Rex out in their apartment?

• Waking up and being covered with cockroaches.
• All the wasps that sting him.
• The swarms of flies.

What does Rex dress up for Halloween as?

• Jason from Friday the 13th.
• Michael Myers from Halloween.
• A zombie.

Who becomes Rex's best friend and what does that person like?

• Ethan--X-Men comic books.
• Liam--making fun of people.
• Luke--going to church.

How does Rex feel about punishment?

• Bad guys/criminals should be severely punished.
• The poor should not be punished.
• God should punish sinners.

What does Ethan teach Rex?

• Every kid is embarrassed by their parents.
• Money doesn't buy happiness.
• Family is the most important thing.

What is the theme/main idea of Free Lunch?

• Life is hard but you have to stay strong and hang in there.
• Money is the root of all evil.
• In the end, you get what you deserve.