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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is Ben Eppy?
(a) The Eppys' youngest son
(b) Emma's father
(c) Emma's brother in law
(d) An uncle to Emma

2. Who is Mr. Grouch?
(a) The male raccoon who lives in the redwood tree
(b) A neighbor at the foot of the mountain
(c) A spotted skunk
(d) A big rat in the wall

3. What kinds of foods does Jerome provide for the animals?
(a) Raw potatoes and carrots
(b) Cakes and cereal
(c) Fruit and vegetables
(d) Eggs and Spam

4. How does Mr. Grouch get in and out of the house?
(a) He learns how to knock on the door
(b) Jerome lets him in and out
(c) He comes up from under the floor
(d) Jerome builds a small, swinging door for him

5. What is the history of Jerome's stonecutting business?
(a) His grandfather employed him
(b) He worked there as an apprentice for his uncle
(c) His grandfather and father had both owned it
(d) He was employed by the funeral home

Short Answer Questions

1. Emma Lou probably gets her tough-guy attitude from...

2. Why does Jerome check his fireplace before lighting a fire?

3. What is Emma's weapon of choice?

4. Why does Emma Lou dislike the other neighbor, Donald?

5. How does Jerome manage to protect his food?

(see the answer key)

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