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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What conclusion do Mr. and Mrs. Martin reach at the end of their discussion?
(a) They do not know each other.
(b) They are married.
(c) They are cousins.
(d) They are siblings.

2. According to Mr. Martin, what improves social progress?
(a) Taxes.
(b) Law.
(c) Death.
(d) Sugar.

3. According to Mr. Smith, what is the reason for a ringing doorbell?
(a) Someone is at the door waiting to be admitted.
(b) No one is at the door.
(c) The tea is ready.
(d) The fire is out.

4. With what unamazing story does Mrs. Martin amaze the Smiths?
(a) She saw a dog barking at a mailman.
(b) The train stopped three times before arriving at the station.
(c) Her grandmother has caught a cold.
(d) She saw a man kneeling to tie his shoelace.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who might pay for the Watson children's schooling?

2. In the last scene of the play, who would Mr. Martin like to slap?

3. Why does Mrs. Smith kiss the Fire Chief?

4. Why did the Fire Chief stand outside by the door for a long time before ringing the bell?

5. According to Mrs. Martin, what can't a person buy for his grandfather?

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