Crash Quiz: Chapters 1 and 2

Who is the main character introduced in the first chapter of "Crash" by Jerry Spinelli?

• Mike Deluca

• John Coogan

• Penn Webb

• Abby Coogan

What nickname is given to the main character, John Coogan, in the book?

• Speedy

• Flash

• Crash

• Dash

Which character is described as being different from others and becomes a friend of the main character?

• Mike Deluca

• Scooter

• Penn Webb

• Abby Coogan

What is the main setting of the first two chapters of the book?

• A school playground

• John Coogan's home

• A football field

• Penn Webb's house

What event marks the beginning of John Coogan's nickname "Crash"?

• Winning a race

• Crashing into his cousin

• Scoring a touchdown

• Breaking a window

How does John Coogan initially feel about Penn Webb?

• He admires him

• He is indifferent

• He dislikes him

• He is jealous

What can be inferred about John Coogan's personality from the first two chapters?

• He is shy and reserved

• He is aggressive and competitive

• He is kind and gentle

• He is quiet and thoughtful

What is a key event that happens between John Coogan and Penn Webb in the first two chapters?

• They become best friends

• They have a fight

• They meet for the first time

• They play on the same sports team

What does the setting of the school playground suggest about the context of the story?

• It is a place of learning and education

• It is a place for social interaction and play

• It is a place of solitude and reflection

• It is a place of conflict and tension

What is the relationship between John Coogan and Abby Coogan?

• Siblings

• Cousins

• Friends

• Classmates