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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What would Mr. Martin rather do than steal an ox?
(a) Throw a chicken.
(b) Lay an egg in a box.
(c) Hose his toes.
(d) Chase a fox.

2. According to the Fire Chief, what is the reason for a ringing doorbell?
(a) To play a merry tune.
(b) Sometimes, someone is there and sometimes, no one is there.
(c) To tell the homeowner the fire is out.
(d) The tea is ready but the scones are not always done.

3. What complaint does Mrs. Smith have about men?
(a) They spend all day smoking, powdering their noses, and drinking.
(b) They eat too little and drink too much.
(c) They snore and sing in their sleep.
(d) They spend all day playing golf and reading romance novels.

4. According to Mr. Martin, what other job might a maid like Mary be able to perform?
(a) Seamstress.
(b) Detective.
(c) Firefighter.
(d) Typist.

5. Why does Mary recite a poem?
(a) To honor the Smiths.
(b) To honor the Fire Chief.
(c) To honor the Martins.
(d) To annoy the cast.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why did the Fire Chief ring the doorbell?

2. Why did the Fire Chief stand outside by the door for a long time before ringing the bell?

3. According to Mr. Smith, what are the names of the Watson children?

4. What is unusual about the dialogue on the last page of the play?

5. What appears unusual about Mr. and Mrs. Martin's relationship during their first scene?

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