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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following is the best definition of file as used in the title of this novel?
(a) Line
(b) Report
(c) Folder
(d) Dossier

2. Why were Claudia and Jamie uncomfortable on the bus?
(a) They were hiding
(b) They had to share a seat
(c) There were not enough seats on the bus
(d) Buses are usually uncomfortable

3. Why might the statue the children saw be worth much money?
(a) Many people wanted to see it
(b) It might be a true Michelangelo
(c) It was quite old and cost $225
(d) It was made of solid gold

4. Where do Claudia and Jamie go as the museum begins to close?
(a) Back to the train station
(b) Children's museum
(c) Bathrooms
(d) Poster bed with drapes

5. How will Jamie and Claudia carry their clothes?
(a) Suitcase
(b) Trumpet Case
(c) Backpacks
(d) Briefcase

Short Answer Questions

1. What was the main staple of food the children spent their own money on?

2. What is Jamie's first decision as treasurer?

3. Which of the following characters is an attorney?

4. What does the word merit mean as used to describe Claudia's views of Jamie's plan?

5. Which amount is close to the amount Jamie has saved from his allowance and his game playing?

Short Essay Questions

1. How is Claudia's desire to run away untraditional?

2. What could happen if Jamie is not so frugal with the money?

3. Which character does not want to walk to the museum?

4. Where does Jamie try to convince Claudia to stay when they are in New York City?

5. What genre would the prologue indicate this novel will be?

6. Why is researching the statue exciting to the children?

7. Why do Claudia and Jamie wait for awhile before coming up out of their hiding places?

8. Explain why it is important for Claudia and Jamie to hide their belongings each morning.

9. What causes the sounds that Claudia hears as they are walking down the aisle of the bus?

10. Why does Claudia choose Wednesday to run away?

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