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

2. What kind of car do the family own?
(a) A station wagon.
(b) A mini.
(c) A cadillac.
(d) An REO.

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

4. What is the only car Thurber says he is interested in?
(a) The Haddock.
(b) The Hammer.
(c) The Red Devil.
(d) The Sky Blue.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Thurber's mother oppose the idea of Turber's father sleeping in the attic?

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

3. Why did Thurber's father decide to sleep in the attic?

4. What does Briggs like to keep by the side of his bed?

5. What did Zenas die from?

(see the answer key)

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