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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Why didn't Mrs. Smith bring the bottle of Australian Burgundy to the table?
(a) It clashed with the tablecloth.
(b) Mr. Smith wanted rum instead.
(c) The bottle was empty.
(d) She wanted to set a good example for the children.

3. What does the Fire Chief expect to see later that evening?
(a) A roaring blaze at his flat.
(b) A straw fire and a little heartburn.
(c) A beautiful sunset.
(d) A movie.

4. Whom did Dr. Mackenzie-King operate on before he operated on Parker?
(a) Himself.
(b) Mrs. Smith.
(c) Mary.
(d) Mr. Smith.

5. In the story, "The Headcold", who caught the cold?
(a) The Fire Chief's brother-in law
(b) The priest's grandmother.
(c) Marie.
(d) The fourth-class petty officer of the Royal Navy.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who missed dinner with the Smiths?

2. Whom does Mrs. Smith believe is dishonest?

3. According to Mr. Martin, what other job might a maid like Mary be able to perform?

4. When did Mr. and Mrs. Smith attend Bobby Watson's funeral?

5. How does Mary contradict Mr. and Mrs. Martin's conclusion?

(see the answer key)

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