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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters V and VI.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Hilary promise to Ned?
(a) To take him to visit an aunt Ned has never met.
(b) To let him know when vacation plans are finalized.
(c) To bring him home early if he gets homesick.
(d) To teach him to deep sea fish.

2. Why does Ned not mind listening to Mr. Scully ramble?
(a) Mr. Scully is likeable.
(b) He does not know he is rambling.
(c) He gives Ned money.
(d) He knows a lot about exotic countries.

3. When does he want to take Ned?
(a) Just before planting time.
(b) During Spring break.
(c) Over Christmas vacation.
(d) After fall harvest.

4. What does Ned do as his father pays the visit?
(a) Sits quietly in a chair.
(b) Plays outside.
(c) In the nurses's station.
(d) Sits in the car.

5. What does Ned imagine as he is walking back to the house at night?
(a) That he has bested a brigand in a sword duel.
(b) Someone watching him from the attic.
(c) Someone watching him from the woods.
(d) That he has saved the family from marauders.

Short Answer Questions

1. From what book does Ned's teacher read in honor of Ned's birthday?

2. Why does Ned not like dining with members of the congregation?

3. What do Ned and Mr. Scully watch in the yard through the window?

4. What does Ned believe about his mother and Hilary?

5. What does Doris send Mr. Scully about once a month?

(see the answer key)

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