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Alfred accompanies his three little cousins and aunt pearl as they walk to church. Since it is sunday, alfred accompanies his aunt and nieces to church. Learn the contender chapter 4 with free interactive flashcards. In this the contender comprehension check worksheet, students respond to 10 short answer questions regarding chapter 4 of the contender by robert lipsyte in order to help them better understand the novel and the authors craft. Each question will be worth 2 points for a combined total of 20 points. The quiz will be 10 questions over section 1 of chapter 4.
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