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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 5: "Goodbye, Miss Mackenzie" through "The Tunnel".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "Snake Trouble," where do the train passengers spot the snake?
(a) On top of the train.
(b) In the restroom.
(c) In a baggage compartment.
(d) In the dining car.

2. In "Those Three Bears," why does the narrator say most Himalayan villages are found in valleys?
(a) It is easier to keep animals from getting lost there.
(b) They are more protected from the sun there.
(c) It is harder for enemies to spot them there.
(d) They are more protected from the wind there.

3. In "The Overcoat," what does the narrator find odd about Julie's appearance?
(a) She looks much older than she sounds.
(b) It is very old-fashioned.
(c) She is pale and seems ill.
(d) She is wearing party clothes.

4. What is the name of the village where Rakesh lives with his grandfather in "A Special Tree"?
(a) Mukteshwar.
(b) Mussoorie.
(c) Malana.
(d) Mayodia.

5. In "The Thief's Story," where does Romi hide his money?
(a) Under a loose floorboard.
(b) Behind a photograph on the wall.
(c) Under a dresser drawer.
(d) Under his mattress.

Short Answer Questions

1. In "Monkey Trouble," what is the monkey trying to do when she ends up almost getting burned by hot water?

2. In "The Tunnel," why is Suraj waiting by the train tracks?

3. In "A Special Tree," why does Rakesh read the newspaper?

4. In "The Tunnel," what creature does the train remind Suraj of?

5. At the end of "Monkey Trouble," where is the monkey?

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