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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. With what unamazing story does Mrs. Martin amaze the Smiths?
(a) She saw a dog barking at a mailman.
(b) Her grandmother has caught a cold.
(c) She saw a man kneeling to tie his shoelace.
(d) The train stopped three times before arriving at the station.

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

3. According to the Fire Chief, who rang the doorbell the first two times?
(a) He did.
(b) No one.
(c) Mr. Smith.
(d) Mary.

4. Why did the Fire Chief stand outside by the door for a long time before ringing the bell?
(a) He was talking to Mary.
(b) He was looking for a fire.
(c) He was humming.
(d) He was thinking.

5. In Mr. Smith's story, "The Snake and the Fox", what weapon does the fox possess?
(a) A bow.
(b) A gun.
(c) A sword.
(d) A knife.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to the Fire Chief, who rang the doorbell the third time?

2. In the last scene of the play, who would Mr. Martin like to slap?

3. What comment does Mr. Martin make about Mary's poem?

4. According to Mrs. Martin, what did the third wife from the story "The Headcold" do while sitting on a hornet's nest?

5. Who is at the door when Mrs. Smith opens it?

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