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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Mrs. Martin want the Fire Chief to retell the story of "The Headcold"?
(a) She loved the story.
(b) She wanted to write it down.
(c) She could not follow the story.
(d) She wants Mary to hear the story.

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

3. According to Mrs. Smith, what was saltier than the soup?
(a) The tarts.
(b) Mr. Smith.
(c) The air.
(d) The biscuits.

4. How long was the Fire Chief standing outside the house by the door?
(a) A day.
(b) Only a moment.
(c) 45 minutes.
(d) 5 minutes.

5. How does Mr. Smith claim to know the Fire Chief's mother?
(a) She was in the kitchen when it caught fire.
(b) She courted Mr. Smith.
(c) She was Mr. Smith's first wife.
(d) They rode the train together.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What question does the Fire Chief ask the Martins?

3. According to Mrs. Smith, what must one look out of in real life?

4. What is the name of Mrs. Martin's daughter?

5. Why does Mr. Smith refuse to follow the advice he is given by the Fire Chief?

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