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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8, University Days.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What do the Columbus believe has broken?
(a) The sewage system.
(b) The buses.
(c) The dam.
(d) The well.

2. What does Thurber say he dislikes doing while naked?
(a) Having a shower.
(b) Dancing.
(c) Answering questions.
(d) Singing.

3. What word best describes Bassum's character?
(a) Timid.
(b) Sleepy.
(c) Violent.
(d) Funny.

4. What is the name of the town's doctor?
(a) Yankov.
(b) George.
(c) Herbert.
(d) Mallory.

5. What does Mother insist on talking about the next morning?
(a) Rex.
(b) Something elevating.
(c) Something humorous.
(d) Buck.

Short Answer Questions

1. What university did Thurber attend?

2. What part of Columbus is under water?

3. What does Father do at 9.30pm?

4. Who does Thurber's instructor shiver all over like?

5. What is the name of the street the Thurbers are living on in this section?

(see the answer key)

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