View a FREE sample

This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7, The Dog that Bit People.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Why do the family have to push start the car?
(a) It can't make it up hills.
(b) It has no engine.
(c) It runs out of petrol.
(d) It is beyond cranking.

3. What part of Columbus is under water?
(a) East of High Street.
(b) West of High Street.
(c) The Main Street.
(d) Amsterdam Avenue.

4. What kind of medication is Giddon comparing?
(a) Sedatives.
(b) Anti-depressants.
(c) Painkillers.
(d) Calmers.

5. Who does Grandfather think the police are?
(a) Ghosts.
(b) Deserters.
(c) Native Americans.
(d) Rebels.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which member of Vashti's love triangle proves to be imaginary?

2. Who does Thurber wake up to ask about New Jersey towns?

3. Who does Mother want to call when she hears the noise?

4. What actor does Thurber talk about in this chapter six?

5. Why do people take time to start their cars as they try to escape?

(see the answer key)

This section contains 203 words (approx. 1 page at 300 words per page) View a FREE sample