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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What are some of the theories for the cause of odd events that have taken place in Hill House?
(a) Sun spots, atmospheric pressure, polluted air, earth tremors
(b) Ghosts, evil spirits, spirits from an Indian burial site
(c) Santanic rituals
(d) Someone's bad sense of humor

2. What does Eleanor notice on the veranda outside the library that no one else notices?
(a) A dark shadow below the staircase.
(b) A picture of Hugh Crain.
(c) A cold spot outside the door.
(d) A moldy, earth smell.

3. Why does the party get lost on the way to dinner?
(a) Mrs. Dudley has come behind them and shut off all the lights.
(b) The doors keep closing, blocking off the light.
(c) They do not know the house well enough to find their way.
(d) The house is so oddly designed, no one could possibly find their way.

4. Who believes ghosts only want to be loved?
(a) Mrs. Montague
(b) Eleanor
(c) Theo
(d) Mrs. Dudley

5. Where do Luke and Eleanor go to spend an afternoon alone in chapter 6?
(a) The basement
(b) The tower
(c) The summer house
(d) The garden

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Eleanor react to Theo's teasing?

2. What is Eleanor's impression of the waitress at the diner in Hillsdale?

3. What does Theo accuse Eleanor of not doing?

4. Why is Theo's window not above the front door as it should be?

5. What do Eleanor and Theo see while walking on the property after dark?

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