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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 does Thurber's mother oppose the idea of Turber's father sleeping in the attic?
(a) It is too cold.
(b) He will disturb everyone everytime he uses the bathroom.
(c) The bed is unsafe.
(d) There are rats.

2. What is the name of grandfather's dead brother?
(a) Zenas.
(b) Kevin.
(c) Morpheus.
(d) Dipper.

3. What does Briggs like to keep by the side of his bed?
(a) A glass of brandy.
(b) Codeine tablets.
(c) A glass of camphor.
(d) A shot of insulin.

4. What is the name of Thurber's younger brother?
(a) Peter.
(b) Roy.
(c) Frederick.
(d) David.

5. What does Herman sometimes do in his sleep?
(a) Gurgle.
(b) Laugh.
(c) Sing.
(d) Hiccup.

Short Answer Questions

1. What war was Zenas trying to avoid?

2. What did Zenas die from?

3. Who drives a Red Devil?

4. What kind of dog is Rex?

5. How does Thurber describe the stairs leading to the attic?

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