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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Press Start to Begin.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Dennis' mother suggest to her husband?
(a) They take him to the science museum so he'll feel enthusiastic about the chemistry set.
(b) They ask Dennis to make something with the chemistry set.
(c) They let him visit his grandparents for a few days.
(d) They get the Nintendo for his birthday.

2. What does Dennis buy even though he is grieving?
(a) Another dog.
(b) A train ticket to go to his college.
(c) A corsage for his prom date.
(d) A game system.

3. What grade is Dennis in when a convenience store installs a video game near his home?
(a) Third.
(b) Fifth.
(c) Eighth.
(d) Sixth.

4. What does Dennis dream after his first encounter with a video arcade game?
(a) He dreams of a pac-man eating him starting at his toes.
(b) He dreams of a huge worm swallowing him.
(c) He dreams of flying away in one of the space ships.
(d) He dreams in pixels.

5. Why does Dennis start dropping hints about what he wants?
(a) His grandparents are visiting.
(b) His wealthy uncle is visiting.
(c) His birthday is coming.
(d) Christmas is coming.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the topic of one of the notes Dennis' father leaves him?

2. What does Dennis stare at as he and the family are leaving the restaurant?

3. What does Dennis overhear his mother say she is worried about?

4. Why does Dennis like to see other kids playing the arcade game near his home?

5. Where is one place Dennis' father leaves notes?

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