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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Mrs. Smith respond to the Fire Chief's embarrassing comment?
(a) It ticks.
(b) The bald soprano?
(c) A truly Cartesian quarter of an hour.
(d) She always wears her hair in the same style.

2. Which line causes an abrupt break in the action?
(a) When I say yes, it's only a manner of speaking.
(b) You are not old enough yet for that.
(c) Nevertheless, it was the cow that gave us tails.
(d) To hell with polishing!

3. What conclusion do Mr. and Mrs. Martin reach at the end of their discussion?
(a) They are siblings.
(b) They are married.
(c) They are cousins.
(d) They do not know each other.

4. In Mary's poem, what was burning?
(a) Passion.
(b) Nothing.
(c) Polyps.
(d) Everything.

5. Before he leaves, what comment does the Fire Chief make that causes embarrassment to the other characters?
(a) She always wears her hair in the same style.
(b) It ticks.
(c) The bald soprano?
(d) A truly Cartesian quarter of an hour.

Short Answer Questions

1. What excuse do the Martins give for their tardiness?

2. What question does Mrs. Smith pose about Bobby Watson's work habits?

3. Why can't the Fire Chief retell the story of "The Headcold"?

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

5. According to the Fire Chief, what is the reason for a ringing doorbell?

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