Al Capone Does My Shirts: Chapters 1–3

What is the narrator’s full name?

• Matthew Flanagan

• Moose Flanagan

• Jimmy Flanagan

• Michael Flanagan

Why does Moose’s family move to Alcatraz Island?

• His dad got a job as a guard and electrician there

• His dad was transferred by the army

• His mom wanted to live near the ocean

• They are hiding from the government

What year is the story set in?

• 1925

• 1935

• 1945

• 1955

What is the main reason Moose’s mother wants to live near San Francisco?

• She has family there

• It’s where her favorite shopping is

• She wants Natalie to attend a special school

• She wants Moose to go to a private school

What is special about Natalie, Moose’s sister?

• She has a twin

• She is very good at sports

• She has special needs

• She is adopted

What is the name of the school Natalie is supposed to attend?

• Alcatraz Prep

• The Esther P. Marinoff School

• Mission Hill Academy

• San Francisco Special Institute

What is Moose’s mom passionate about?

• Reading

• Cooking

• Piano and teaching music lessons

• Gardening

How does Moose feel about moving to Alcatraz?

• Excited to meet prisoners

• Indifferent

• Nervous and uncertain

• Angry and rebellious

What is Moose's dad like in the early chapters?

• Strict and distant

• Playful and silly

• Tired and hardworking

• Controlling and grumpy

What does Moose miss most from his old life?

• His old school

• His pet dog

• His baseball friends and playing ball

• His big bedroom