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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why can't the Fire Chief retell the story of "The Headcold"?
(a) He doesn't know if he has enough time.
(b) He is too tired.
(c) He must put out a fire in the kitchen.
(d) He can't remember it.

2. In the story, "The Headcold", what was blonde Marie's profession?
(a) A schoolteacher.
(b) A typist.
(c) A monophysite priest.
(d) A grocer.

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

4. Why didn't Mr. Martin see himself in the mirror that morning?
(a) He wasn't there yet.
(b) He was downstairs finishing his tea.
(c) He did not have his reading glasses.
(d) He was too busy.

5. Why is it difficult to identify the members of the Watson clan?
(a) They all look alike.
(b) They keep changing names.
(c) They are all named Bobby.
(d) They refuse to be identified as Watsons.

Short Answer Questions

1. What nickname does Mary give herself?

2. What is the name of Mr. Martin's daughter?

3. According to Mr. Martin, if a person sells an ox today, what will he have tomorrow?

4. In the story, "The Headcold", who caught the cold?

5. What orders has the Fire Chief been given?

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