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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 17 and 18.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where do the penguins sleep on the train?
(a) The caboose.
(b) The coal room.
(c) The sleeping units.
(d) The baggage car.

2. Why does Mr. Popper get sent to the wrong people when he tries to follow the policeman's instructions?
(a) There are no penguin permits.
(b) They think Captain Hook is a person.
(c) They don't listen to Mr. Popper.
(d) They don't know if a penguin is allowed.

3. What does Mr. Popper do when he is bored the day after the broadcast?
(a) He takes a walk.
(b) He writes a letter.
(c) He reads.
(d) He paints the bathroom.

4. How does Mr. Popper learn about Mr. Greenbaum coming to town?
(a) He reads about it in the paper.
(b) He hears him on the radio.
(c) He learns from a friend.
(d) He sees it on a billboard.

5. What makes Mr. Popper want to shave?
(a) He feels like a new man.
(b) He is proud of the penguin.
(c) He wants to make his wife happy.
(d) He will be on the news.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who plays the instrument that is brought to the rookery?

2. What kind of pet does Mrs. Popper keep?

3. Why doesn't Mr. Popper do himself what the service man does?

4. What are the kids doing when Captain Cook wanders the house?

5. Why does Dr. Smith think Captain Cook is sick?

(see the answer key)

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