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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 12-15.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the Preface, what tactic does Ernestine use in her writing to get the point across?
(a) Poetry to make the writing rhythmic and engaging.
(b) Anecdotes to amuse the reader.
(c) Detailed timeline of the birth of each child in the Gilbreth family.
(d) Highly sophisticated language.

2. What method did Dad use to ensure no one forgot their hygiene or socialization?
(a) Strict discipline and accountability.
(b) He gave the children rewards and treats to gently remind them.
(c) He developed a unique whistle call for each child.
(d) He set up charts and routines to ensure efficiency.

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

4. What was it about Dad's photography that scared the youngest Gilbreth children?
(a) His photographic laboratory in the barn.
(b) The process he used to develop the photographs.
(c) His use of flash powder.
(d) The loud sounds the camera made.

5. Which of the following was true about Dad's driving?
(a) He always drove very slow.
(b) He always drove very fsat.
(c) He was a terrific driver.
(d) He was a terrible driver.

Short Answer Questions

1. What circumstance surrounded Fred's birth?

2. At the time when Mother traveled with the children, how many children were in the Gilbreth family?

3. When the children got sick, what did Mother do?

4. How did Lill display a strong work ethic at the age of eight?

5. The Preface provides a glimpse into which dynamics of the Gilbreth household?

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