1. Although the children didn't have an interest in skipping grades, what was their motivation to try to achieve it anyway?
(a) To avoid the humiliation of having a younger sibling join their class.
(b) To avoid being punished.
(c) To complete their education sooner.
(d) To make Mother and Dad proud of them.

2. Following his filming of the surgeries, what did the photographer communicate to Dad?
(a) He forgot to take the lens cap off of the camera.
(b) He wanted to have a lot of children, also.
(c) He decided to pursue a career in medicine.
(d) One of the children broke his movie camera.

3. Why did Dad name their first car "Foolish Carriage"?
(a) He didn't think he should purchase it, but he needed it for his large family.
(b) He thought he looked foolish in it.
(c) He thought it was a foolish invention.
(d) He thought it was foolish to own a car when he had so many children.

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

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