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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 28 - 31.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What wakes James on his first morning in the peach?
(a) The centipede yells.
(b) A warm heat.
(c) Everything is shaking.
(d) A loud bang.

2. How is the Centipede saved from what was spilled on?
(a) The Cloud Men break it away.
(b) The sun melts it away.
(c) The Earth Worm loosens up.
(d) Water washes it away.

3. Who is the most nervous about James's plan to save the peach from the sharks?
(a) The Earthworm.
(b) The Grasshopper.
(c) The Lady Bug.
(d) James.

4. How do the insects feel when they see they are in the sea?
(a) Terrified.
(b) Neutral.
(c) Triumphant.
(d) Excited.

5. What extra clothing was James allowed to bring with him to his aunts' house?
(a) Coveralls.
(b) Knickerbockers.
(c) Pajamas.
(d) Day suit.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is it strange to see a peach on the tree?

2. What sound marks Aunt Sponge's death to James?

3. Why are the hairs raised on James' neck when he is alone with the peach?

4. What does James say he needs to save the peach from the sharks?

5. How many people come to see the peach?

(see the answer key)

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