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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 Mr. Martin, if a person sells an ox today, what will he have tomorrow?
(a) Sore toes.
(b) A chicken.
(c) An egg.
(d) Tea.

2. What inconsistencies exist about Mrs. Watson's appearance?
(a) Her size and height.
(b) Her race.
(c) The color of her eyes.
(d) Her hair color.

3. How does Mr. Smith claim to know the Fire Chief's mother?
(a) She was in the kitchen when it caught fire.
(b) She courted Mr. Smith.
(c) She was Mr. Smith's first wife.
(d) They rode the train together.

4. How does Mary contradict Mr. and Mrs. Martin's conclusion?
(a) She says they are not who they claim to be.
(b) She reprimands them for being foolish.
(c) She sighs and says, "Just like last week."
(d) She applauds.

5. What question does the Fire Chief ask the Smiths?
(a) Have you a light?
(b) Is there a fire here?
(c) Where is the tea?
(d) Where is the door?

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Mrs. Smith, why does she need to learn Spanish?

2. On what street does Mr. Martin live?

3. What comment does Mrs. Smith make about the Fire Chief's story, "The Headcold"?

4. Whom does Mary embrace after the stories have been told?

5. What constantly interrupts Mrs. Martin's storytelling?

(see the answer key)

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