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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2, The Car We Had to Push.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why did Thurber's father decide to sleep in the attic?
(a) So he could watch the stars.
(b) So he could read.
(c) So he could get away from his wife.
(d) So he could think.

2. How does Aunt Grace claim she scares off burglars?
(a) She throws shoes at them.
(b) She laughs loudly.
(c) She screams at the top of her voice.
(d) She bangs on the floor.

3. What does Father think will one day happen to the REO?
(a) It turn over.
(b) It will explode.
(c) It will roll down a hill.
(d) It wil be stolen.

4. What does Thurber say it is almost necessary to throw around?
(a) Books.
(b) Sweets.
(c) Water.
(d) Furniture.

5. Which member of the Thurber family usually sleeps in the attic?
(a) Grandmother.
(b) Grandfather.
(c) James.
(d) Peter.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which member of the family dislikes the REO?

2. What kind of car do the family own?

3. Who dresses up as Zenas in this section?

4. What does Herman sometimes do in his sleep?

5. Who drives a Red Devil?

(see the answer key)

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