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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did Mary buy for herself?
(a) A chamber pot.
(b) A scarf.
(c) A robin.
(d) A bottle of rum.

2. Which machine does Mrs. Smith imitate in the last scene?
(a) A train.
(b) A lorry.
(c) A tractor.
(d) A bulldozer.

3. What food does the Smith's daughter prefer?
(a) Milk and porridge.
(b) Eggs and ham.
(c) Tea and scones.
(d) Bacon and eggs.

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

5. According to the Fire Chief, who is insured against fires?
(a) The Vicar of Wakefield
(b) The mayor.
(c) The match dealer.
(d) The fire department.

Short Answer Questions

1. What silly name do Mrs. Smith and Mr. Martin create out of Robert Browning and Rudyard Kipling's names?

2. Whom does Mr. Smith wish would marry his maid?

3. Who is at the door when Mr. Smith opens it?

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

5. How does Mr. Smith claim to know the Fire Chief's mother?

(see the answer key)

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