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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Mrs. Smith's story, "The Bouquet", why does the fiancé take back the bouquet of flowers?
(a) To teach his fiancée a lesson.
(b) To paint them yellow.
(c) To get a refund.
(d) To give them to his mother.

2. According to Mr. Martin, what is a staff?
(a) The perfect wedding gift.
(b) A peacekeeping tool.
(c) A laugh.
(d) Bread.

3. How does the Fire Chief act in response to Mrs. Smith's request?
(a) He eats the scones, but does not pour the tea.
(b) He answers the door.
(c) He sits down without removing his helmet.
(d) He stands in front of the divan.

4. Who is at the door when Mr. Smith opens it?
(a) The Martins.
(b) The Fire Chief.
(c) No one.
(d) Mary.

5. According to Mr. Smith, why was the second Marie from the story "The Headcold" also named Marie?
(a) She is the second cousin twice removed of the first Marie.
(b) Because she was blonde, like the first Marie.
(c) Because she was a typist, like the first Marie.
(d) They are twins.

Short Answer Questions

1. What sound do the Smiths argue about?

2. Which character suddenly says, "I've been goosed."?

3. According to the Fire Chief, who rang the doorbell the first two times?

4. According to Mr. Martin, what improves social progress?

5. Which part of the alphabet does Mrs Martin quote in the last scene?

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