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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 air.
(b) The biscuits.
(c) Mr. Smith.
(d) The tarts.

2. In the Fire Chief's story about the young calf, why did the calf give birth to a cow?
(a) It was in a hurry.
(b) It was trying to improve the stock.
(c) The cow was too lazy to birth the calf.
(d) It ate too much ground glass.

3. Why does the Fire Chief need to leave the Smiths' house?
(a) He is expected in the kitchen.
(b) He is expecting a fire at the other end of the city.
(c) He must ring other doorbells.
(d) The tea is gone.

4. What are the Smiths doing while Mary recites her poem?
(a) Drinking tea.
(b) Waltzing.
(c) Humming.
(d) Pushing her offstage.

5. On what street does Mrs. Martin live?
(a) Cherry Lane.
(b) Martin Ave.
(c) Bromfield Street.
(d) Piccadilly Street.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Mr. Smith's story, "The Snake and the Fox", what weapon does the fox possess?

2. Whom did Dr. Mackenzie-King operate on before he operated on Parker?

3. What question does the Fire Chief ask the Smiths?

4. What is Mr. Martin's first name?

5. Why does Mrs. Smith believe the Martins must have interesting stories to tell?

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