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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did Mr. Bentwood compliment his wife on at the beginning of the book?
(a) Her kindness.
(b) Her appearance.
(c) Her dinner.
(d) Her vocal talents.

2. Why did Sophie not want to go to the Holsteins' house at the beginning of the book?
(a) She was mad at her husband.
(b) She was worried about the cat.
(c) She felt sick.
(d) She does not like their house.

3. What does Otto do when he sees the cat at the door?
(a) Throws the metal rod at it.
(b) Kicks him.
(c) Chases him off.
(d) Lets him in.

4. What has Mr. Bentwood noticed about his neighborhood at the beginning of the book?
(a) A few men have died.
(b) Younger people are moving in.
(c) Many neighbors are away on vacation.
(d) Some houses have been sold.

5. How does Otto describe Mrs. Holstein?
(a) Foolish.
(b) Pretentious.
(c) Adorable.
(d) Kindly.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Mr. Holstein's first name?

2. What did Otto chide Sophie for doing with the cat?

3. What did Sophie purchase at the beginning of the book?

4. Who do the Bentwoods talk about as they travel to the Holsteins' house?

5. What does Sophie do when the telephone rings after something is thrown through the window?

(see the answer key)

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