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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 31 - 45.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the group eat by the old wall?
(a) Cupcakes.
(b) Carrots and celery.
(c) Peaches.
(d) Pastries.

2. What have Mr. Haines, his wife, and Mr. Oliver gathered to discuss at the beginning of the book?
(a) A cesspool.
(b) A well.
(c) A road.
(d) A barn.

3. What do Mrs. Swithin and Mr. Oliver wonder about in regards to the event?
(a) How many people will attend.
(b) Whether the food will be prepared in time.
(c) How the weather will be.
(d) Whether the band will show up.

4. How is Mrs. Manresa described?
(a) As a forgetful nuisance.
(b) As an overdressed windbag.
(c) As a timid and polite lady.
(d) As an old dear.

5. Which of the following is NOT something Mrs. Swithin gives into whole-heartedly?
(a) Religion.
(b) Faith.
(c) Science.
(d) Superstition.

Short Answer Questions

1. What kind of event does Pointz Hall host every year?

2. What season is it at the beginning of the novel?

3. Why is Mrs. Manresa welcomed?

4. What does Mr. Oliver call his grandson after surprising him from behind a tree?

5. Who does Giles fume about having to spend time with after arriving at Pointz Hall?

(see the answer key)

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