1. What qualities about Mother are revealed in Chapter 7?
(a) She was a stubborn woman, with firm beliefs.
(b) She was a humble servant in the community and did not socialize very much.
(c) She was a strong leader with a great sense of humor.
(d) She enjoyed socializing with others and often held parties for friends.

2. How did the older children feel about the outlandish stories the media wrote about the Gilbreth family?
(a) They were happy because it meant they were a bit famous.
(b) They were able to shrug it off because they were used to it.
(c) They were angry, and they sometimes got into fights at school.
(d) They were mortified.

3. What is the primary focus of Chapter2?
(a) The reader learned more about the practical and strict side of Dad.
(b) The reader learns more about Dad's work life.
(c) The reader learns that Dad has a bad temper and little sense of humor.
(d) The reader learns more about the impractical and fun loving side of Dad.

4. Which of the following is an accurate description of Dad?
(a) He was a short man who was confident, yet very reserved.
(b) Although he was very smart, he struggled to find success in business.
(c) He was a very serious man and didn't have a very good sense of humor.
(d) He was a large man who was very self-assured and successful in business.

5. In Chapter 1, what does the reader learn about how Dad strived to please his family?
(a) He often brought them surprises and gifts.
(b) He always came home from work on time.
(c) He cooked elaborate dinners.
(d) He took them out for ice cream every evening after dinner.