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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. What kind of dog is Rex?
(a) A labordor.
(b) A cocker spaniel.
(c) A golden retriever.
(d) A bull terrior.

2. What fell on Thurber's father?
(a) A bowling ball.
(b) A book.
(c) A brick.
(d) A bed.

3. What does Thurber say Old Aunt Melissa Beal can whistle like?
(a) A dog.
(b) A man.
(c) A train.
(d) A tin whistle.

4. What does Roy put under the car to simulate catastrophe?
(a) Books.
(b) Milk bottles.
(c) Kitchen utensils.
(d) Plates.

5. How does Thurber describe the stairs leading to the attic?
(a) Narrow and twisting.
(b) Spiralling and scary.
(c) Wide and epic.
(d) Cold and dark.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Aunt Grace claim she scares off burglars?

2. What do Turber's family believe it is dangerous to use during storms?

3. What is Aunt Sarah afraid will happen if she falls asleep?

4. Why does Goerge dress up as Zenas?

5. What is the name of Thurber's younger brother?

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