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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Although Dad enforced a majority rule system in the house, what was he growing concerned about at the end of Chapter 5?
(a) The children might think this is always how the world works.
(b) The children might begin to join together to vote for big issues such as bobbed hair and stockings.
(c) The children might begin to outvote him and Mother and take over the house.
(d) The children might not learn to understand that no means no.

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

3. How did Mother usually respond to Dad's joking and situations that would come up with the children?
(a) She always lost her temper.
(b) She would punish all of the children, and give Dad the silent treatment.
(c) She was good-natured about it.
(d) She would join in on the fun.

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

5. What was Dad's favorite part of their first car?
(a) The spare tire.
(b) The steering wheel.
(c) The color of the paint.
(d) The horn.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why did Dad feel it was important to conduct a roll call before leaving on their family outing?

2. What volunteer work was Mother involved in?

3. What practical joke did Dad often play on the children?

4. Although Mother and Dad were a great team as parents, in what area did they disagree?

5. Which of the following was true of Lillian Moller Gilbreth and Frank Bunker Gilbreth?

(see the answer key)

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