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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 subject can Thurber not pass?
(a) Geography.
(b) English literature.
(c) Mathematics.
(d) Biology.

2. What kind of dog is Jeannie?
(a) A Scotch terrier.
(b) An alsation.
(c) A golden retriever.
(d) A cocker spaniel.

3. What kind of dog is the dog the garage workers dislike?
(a) A bull terrier.
(b) A cocker spaniel.
(c) A sausage dog.
(d) A poodle.

4. Who does grandfather think is invading Columbus?
(a) The British.
(b) The Rebels.
(c) The Native Americans.
(d) The Republicans.

5. What does Thurber say lasts for two hours?
(a) Grandfather's blackout.
(b) The fire of Columbus.
(c) The evacuation of Columbus.
(d) Grandmother's burps.

Short Answer Questions

1. What university did Thurber attend?

2. What do the Columbus believe has broken?

3. What does Cave Canem mean?

4. What wakes up Father at 10.30 pm?

5. What does Roy shout in his father's ear?

(see the answer key)

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