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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Nine - Chapter Ten.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. During the family dinner in Chapter Eight, with what does Jasper express dissatisfaction?
(a) Bessie's research topic.
(b) Roland's haircut.
(c) Lillian's outfit.
(d) Timothy's meal selection.

2. What is the name of Madison's housekeeper?
(a) Megan.
(b) Marigold.
(c) Mary.
(d) Melissa.

3. What does Lillian believe will be the result of her correcting Jasper during dinner in Chapter Eight?
(a) He will dock her pay.
(b) He will give her a raise.
(c) He will tell Madison to end their friendship.
(d) He will remove her from the house.

4. How does Lillian describe the sound that can be heard after Jasper begins to speak in Chapter Ten?
(a) Like a jet plane.
(b) Like a chainsaw.
(c) Like a bomb.
(d) Like a firework.

5. According to Madison in Chapter One, for what position is her husband being considered?
(a) Secretary of State.
(b) Secretary of Defense.
(c) Secretary of Education.
(d) Secretary of Agriculture.

Short Answer Questions

1. What surprising emotion does Lillian feel toward the twins in Chapter Four?

2. The country doctor in Chapter Nine also studies what subject?

3. Whom does Bessie plan to research in Chapter Eight?

4. According to Lillian in Chapter Two, any change in Jasper's appearance would make him seem what?

5. In what year does the novel take place?

(see the answer key)

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