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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part I: Chapter 4, A Bushel of Learning.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What illness does Margo suffer from in the English weather?
(a) Acne.
(b) None.
(c) Flu.
(d) Catarrh.

2. What is the tale of the cypress trees?
(a) They will steal your brains if you sleep under them.
(b) You will have a good rest if you sleep under them.
(c) They will give you pleasant dreams.
(d) They will give you nightmares.

3. Why does Spiro take complete control the the Durrell's affairs?
(a) He needs the money.
(b) He loves the English.
(c) To swindle them.
(d) To make sure they are not swindled.

4. How is Spiro known by the people on the island?
(a) He is well-known and respected.
(b) He is known for his long mustache.
(c) He is well-known and feared by all.
(d) He is respected and feared.

5. Who supplies Gerald with several "dreadful puns" in the book?
(a) Spiro.
(b) His wife.
(c) Larry.
(d) Dr. Theodore Stephanides.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does George find helpful in teaching Gerry?

2. Who is the most weird and fascinating character Gerry meets on his explorations?

3. Where is the Island of Corfu located?

4. Gerry brings four books on natural history, a butterfly net, a dog, and ______ to Corfu.

5. Gerald's mother receives a shipment of two pelicans, a scarlet ibis, a vulture, and eight monkeys. Which one gives her trouble?

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