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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Abstracts.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What excuse do the Martins give for their tardiness?
(a) They got lost.
(b) None.
(c) The train was late.
(d) Mary wouldn't answer the door.

2. Why does the Fire Chief refuse to visit the Vicar of Wakefield?
(a) He doesn't have the right to extinguish clergymen's fires.
(b) The Vicar is already insured against fires.
(c) His doorbell is broken.
(d) He does not have any tea.

3. What explanation does Mary give for leaving the house?
(a) She was sleepy.
(b) The Smiths had given her permission to leave.
(c) She heard a beautiful song and followed the notes.
(d) She was thirsty.

4. In the Fire Chief's story, "The Headcold", what is the main subject of the story?
(a) The cure for the common cold.
(b) A listing of genealogies.
(c) The work of a famous doctor.
(d) Fires.

5. According to Mr. Martin, who is William?
(a) A shop-assistant.
(b) A typist.
(c) A monophysite priest.
(d) A clerk.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Mrs. Smith, what is the reason for a ringing doorbell?

2. With what unamazing story does Mrs. Martin amaze the Smiths?

3. What nickname does Mary give herself?

4. According to Mr. Martin, who is Edward?

5. What does Mrs. Smith recommend giving the Watsons for a wedding present?

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