1. What comment did one woman in particular make about the children?
(a) The poor children looked adorable in their uniforms.
(b) The children appeared to be very well-behaved.
(c) The children were probably greedy and undisciplined.
(d) The children looked hungry.

2. What do we learn about Mother during the big family outing in the car?
(a) She supported Dad's antics.
(b) She had a great sense of humor.
(c) She could quietly, yet firmly stand up for herself.
(d) She was very easy-going, and shrugged off anything she didn't approve of.

3. The Preface provides a glimpse into which dynamics of the Gilbreth household?
(a) Children frequently tattling on one another.
(b) Interactions with grandparents and beloved staff.
(c) Shared responsibility for their dozens of pets.
(d) Constant disorder and misbehavior.

4. Which of the following is an example of how Dad strived for efficiency in his life?
(a) He attempted to use two razors to shave his face.
(b) He attempted to use two lawnmowers to cut the grass.
(c) He skipped breakfast each day.
(d) He wore the same trousers every day.

5. What practical joke did Dad often play on the children?
(a) He would blow the whistle to get their attention and then say "Just joking!"
(b) He would tell them he had a lavish surprise for them, but he really had nothing.
(c) He would tell them to look in the engine of the car for a birdie, and then he would honk the horn to scare them.
(d) He would tell them they couldn't have dessert, but then he would take them out for ice cream.