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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What makes Norman believe he might be qualified for the job?
(a) He is a retired lawyer.
(b) He has owned more than 20 cars in his lifetime.
(c) His mother was Italian.
(d) He has had a flower garden every year.

2. Who does Ethel see in the woods?
(a) Bill.
(b) Chester.
(c) Charlie.
(d) Brent.

3. Instead of applying for a job, what does Ethel suggest Norman do?
(a) Vacuum the house.
(b) Volunteer at the senior center.
(c) Go fishing.
(d) Go pick more berries.

4. In answer to Norman's question as to why Charlie never married Chelsea, what does Charlie reply?
(a) Chelsea was pregnant by another guy.
(b) Charlie was never that interested in Chelsea.
(c) Norman wouldn't let Charlie marry Chelsea.
(d) Chelsea hated Charlie.

5. Where do Norman and Ethel Thayer return for their anniversary?
(a) Martha's Vineyard.
(b) Boothbay Harbor.
(c) Golden Pond.
(d) Kennebunkport.

6. How could Norman's memory best be described?
(a) He often forgets things he once could easily recall.
(b) His memory has never been good, but it is getting better.
(c) He is totally senile and doesn't remember who someone is from one hour to the next.
(d) He still has a photographic memory.

7. What is Ethel's response to Charlie's offer?
(a) That Charlie will have to buy a patch kit at the boat shop.
(b) That she wants to change the kitchen faucet, too.
(c) That the pump works well enough for their needs.
(d) That Norman will take care of it.

8. About what does Ethel complain?
(a) That Chelsea hasn't called.
(b) That Norman never goes outside.
(c) That Norman cheats at cards.
(d) That the postman dropped the letters in a puddle and got them wet.

9. Who does Norman yell to to ask him/her to open the door?
(a) The cook.
(b) Ethel.
(c) Chelsea.
(d) The maid.

10. How old was Miss Appley on her last birthday?
(a) 87.
(b) 89.
(c) 100.
(d) 97.

11. What did Norman think about Chelsea's swimming abilities.?
(a) He was happy that she was a superb diver.
(b) He thought she shouldn't be on the swim team.
(c) He thought she was Olympic material.
(d) He criticized her abilities when she was on the swim team.

12. For what job does Norman contemplate applying?
(a) Gardener.
(b) Guardian ad litem.
(c) Pizza delivery.
(d) Chauffeur.

13. What does Charlie offer to do for Ethel and Norman?
(a) Fix the small leak in the motorboat.
(b) Fix the screen door.
(c) Fix the plumbing under the sink.
(d) Repair the well pump.

14. What reason does Norman suggest for Elmer falling into the fireplace?
(a) He is attempting suicide.
(b) He is old and clumsy.
(c) He wanted attention from Ethel.
(d) He did not fall in the fireplace; he fell down the chimney.

15. Why didn't Norman pick any more berries?
(a) He went fishing instead.
(b) He got lost in the woods and was frightened.
(c) He couldn't find any ripe ones.
(d) He thought it was unreasonable for Ethel to ask that of him.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Norman pick up the telephone?

2. What happens with Charlie's visitor?

3. What happened to Miss Appley last week?

4. Who invites Ethel and Norman to dinner?

5. Where are the bedrooms in this house?

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