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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. How much earlier does Charlie leave for his walk to school after the family begins to slowly starve?
(a) 1 hour.
(b) 3 minutes.
(c) 10 minutes.
(d) 45 minutes.

2. On the evening of what day of the search had one of the workers at Veruca's father's factory found a golden ticket?
(a) The 3rd.
(b) The 4th.
(c) The 11th.
(d) The 13th.

3. What is NOT named among the qualities of Violet's speech in the article focused on her discovery of a golden ticket?
(a) Impeded by her gum-chewing.
(b) Deliberate.
(c) Loud.
(d) Fast.

4. Charlie's grandparents are described by the narrator as being "as shriveled as" (8) what?
(a) Rotten plums.
(b) Seersucker pants.
(c) Prunes.
(d) Raisins.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is NOT a way in which the narrator depicts Veruca?

2. On what object is Violet standing when she speaks to the reporters at the press conference?

3. About how long does one of Charlie's evening visits to his grandparents' room last?

4. When the plan to get another chance at finding a golden ticket is enacted by Charlie and Grandpa Joe, what type of bar does Charlie buy?

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

Short Essay Questions

1. In what small way does Mr. Bucket earn money during the time of his unemployment?

2. What is the birthday present Charlie's family saves up for all year so they can provide him with a gift?

3. How are sensory details used to provide a vivid depiction of the outside of Mr. Wonka's chocolate factory?

4. What ritual does Charlie perform each day on his way to and from school?

5. What observation does the narrator make about "small children in times of hardship" (39)?

6. What is Charlie's nightly routine involving his grandparents?

7. How does the theme of integrity appear within Mr. Wonka's decision to close his factory for several months at one point in time?

8. Describe Charlie's house and living conditions.

9. What conclusion does Grandma Georgina draw about the final golden ticket and what is the outcome of her prediction?

10. In what way does Mrs. Bucket try to prepare Charlie for possible disappointment regarding the presence of a golden ticket in his birthday candy bar?

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