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

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

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) The tea is gone.
(d) He must ring other doorbells.

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

5. Which part of the alphabet does Mrs Martin quote in the last scene?
(a) Vowels.
(b) The first half.
(c) The second half.
(d) Consonants.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Mr. Smith, why was the second Marie from the story "The Headcold" also named Marie?

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

3. What does Mr. Smith enjoy when he is in the country?

4. Who missed dinner with the Smiths?

5. When traveling to London by train, in what class compartment does Mr. Martin ride?

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