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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 4-7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 4, how did Mother prepare for what she believed would be the inevitable outcome of their road trip?
(a) She packed extra clothes for each child in her suitcase.
(b) She made sure everyone ate a good meal before they left home.
(c) She made sure Dad took a long nap before they left home.
(d) She packed a picnic for everyone.

2. Who was Mrs. Bruce?
(a) She was an older woman who never had any children.
(b) She was Ernestine's favorite teacher.
(c) She was the mother of eight children.
(d) She was Dad's secretary.

3. Which of the following is not a reason that the family outing was a disaster?
(a) Mother was not amused by Dad's antics.
(b) The girls were embarrassed by their clothes.
(c) The car engine failed, and they could not drive home.
(d) The boys started goofing off.

4. What did Dad have a tendency to do on road trips?
(a) He would forget to pack some of the luggage.
(b) He would get lost, because he refused to get directions or use a map.
(c) He would fall asleep while driving and they would have to stop for awhile.
(d) He would regret deciding to take a road trip, because it was so difficult.

5. What was one thing that Dad would not allow?
(a) Others passing judgment on his family.
(b) Practical jokes.
(c) The children to come to work with him.
(d) Rewards and treats for the children.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Mother and Dad disagree about?

2. In the Preface, what tactic does Ernestine use in her writing to get the point across?

3. How often did the Gilbreth family practice fire drills?

4. In Chapter 3, what did the children have to do before their big family outing in the Pierce Arrow?

5. Who was permitted to sit in the front seat for their big family outing?

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