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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why did the Fire Chief stand outside by the door for a long time before ringing the bell?
(a) He was humming.
(b) He was thinking.
(c) He was talking to Mary.
(d) He was looking for a fire.

2. According to Mrs. Martin, what did the third wife from the story "The Headcold" do while sitting on a hornet's nest?
(a) Recite poetry.
(b) Eat chicken.
(c) Drink tea.
(d) Eat scones.

3. According to Mrs. Smith, what other position does a Fire Chief hold?
(a) A conductor.
(b) Magistrate.
(c) A confessor.
(d) Police Chief.

4. According to Mrs. Smith, what was saltier than the soup?
(a) The air.
(b) The biscuits.
(c) Mr. Smith.
(d) The tarts.

5. According to Mr. Martin, who is Nancy?
(a) A shop-assistant.
(b) A typist.
(c) A monophysite priest.
(d) A clerk.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to the Fire Chief, what is the reason for a ringing doorbell?

2. When did Bobby Watson die?

3. Why does Mary scold Mr. and Mrs. Martin?

4. When boarding the train to London, how did Mr. Martin assist Mrs. Martin?

5. When traveling to London by train, in which coach does Mrs. Martin sit?

(see the answer key)

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