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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 12 "The Going".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What upsets Gilly when she starts reading a poem?
(a) She doesn't know the words and thinks they are trying to make her look stupid.
(b) The poems are all about doom and she doesn't like them.
(c) It is written in another language and she thinks they are playing a joke on her.
(d) It is written in old English, and she thinks they are trying to make a fool of her.

2. In Chapter 4, what does Gilly offer to do with William Ernest after dinner?
(a) Go outside and dig up worms for fishing.
(b) Help him with his homework.
(c) Work on William Ernest's reading.
(d) Go to the playground.

3. What does the man at the ticket booth do after Gilly gives him the money for her ticket?
(a) He gives her the ticket.
(b) He calls the police.
(c) He calls child services.
(d) He steals her money.

4. What does Mrs. Trotter do to soothe Gilly back to sleep in Chapter 12?
(a) Rubs her back.
(b) Tickles her.
(c) Hugs her.
(d) Orders her to go back to sleep.

5. What kind of book does Mrs. Trotter say Mr. Randolph likes?
(a) Novels.
(b) Biographies.
(c) Non-fiction.
(d) Poetry.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does William Ernest say when he realizes Gilly has her suitcase as she is going out the door?

2. When Mrs. Trotter comes to check on Gilly at Mr. Randolph's house, what does the girl tell her she had found?

3. In Chapter 4, which book does Gilly read to Mr. Randolph after dinner?

4. What happens while Gilly is in her room looking at the mail?

5. After dinner, what does Mrs.Trotter suggest Gilly do for Mr. Randolph?

(see the answer key)

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