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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through “The Big Day Arrives" - "Down the Chocolate River".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How deep is the snow by the evening of the first day of snowfall at Charlie's house?
(a) Four feet.
(b) Ten feet.
(c) Six inches.
(d) Two feet.

2. What food does Charlie long to eat above all others?
(a) Peanut brittle.
(b) Marshmallows.
(c) Chocolate.
(d) Rock candy.

3. What type of product does the factory owned by Veruca's father produce?
(a) Squash rackets.
(b) Shoes.
(c) Hats.
(d) Peanuts.

4. Once Charlie starts to enter stages of severe malnutrition, what action does he start to perform during recess?
(a) He does jumping jacks to preserve his muscle strength.
(b) He asks other students to share their snacks.
(c) He gathers berries from nearby bushes.
(d) He stays inside the classroom to conserve his energy.

5. On what object is Violet standing when she speaks to the reporters at the press conference?
(a) A statue of the President.
(b) A chair in her living room.
(c) A table in a bar.
(d) A park bench.

Short Answer Questions

1. What adjective does the narrator use to describe Charlie's shoulders when Mrs. Bucket puts her arms around them in order to urge him on to school?

2. Mr. Bucket reads aloud a newspaper article to the family that is entitled "Wonka Factory to Be Opened At Last to" (22) whom?

3. When Charlie finds a dollar bill on the street, it is partially covered by what substance?

4. How old does Charlie turn on his birthday within the narrative?

5. What is NOT an adjective Mr. Wonka uses to describe his feelings about meeting Grandpa Joe?

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