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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part III: Chapter 14, The Talking Flowers.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Margo kiss the saint's feet?
(a) To cure her acne.
(b) To get a boyfriend.
(c) To lose weight.
(d) For good luck.

2. Where does Mother suggest Larry's friends stay?
(a) Outside.
(b) In her room.
(c) At Pension Suisse.
(d) On the veranda.

3. What is the most striking attribute of the Belgian consul?
(a) His three-point beard.
(b) His accent.
(c) His tall stature.
(d) His immaculate clothing.

4. Why can Gerry hear the Rose-Beetle Man before he sees him?
(a) The Rose-Beetle Man is singing.
(b) He plays a sheperd's pipe.
(c) The rose-beetles are singing.
(d) He can hear his car in the distance.

5. Who are Widdle and Puke?
(a) Two owls Gerry receives for his birthday.
(b) Two magenpies Gerry receives for his birthday.
(c) Two tortoises Gerry receives for his birthday.
(d) Two puppies Gerry receives for his birthday.

Short Answer Questions

1. What special day is it when Spiro drives Gerry, Mother, and Margo to town to buy furniture?

2. After their swim in Chapter 5, where do Gerry and Roger go for a snack?

3. What uncharacteristic thing does Larry do in Part II: Chapter 12, the Woodcock Winter?

4. How does Gerry describe the bay?

5. What is the name given to Gerry's boat?

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