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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 11 - 20.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Oscar do when his father gives him the scientific name for his new grey "tor" stone in Chapter 10?
(a) Says thank you.
(b) Asks more questions.
(c) Laughs.
(d) Bursts into tears.

2. What does Theophilus find inscribed along the stone path in Hennecombe?
(a) Pagan symbols.
(b) Curse words.
(c) French poems.
(d) Italian expressions.

3. What does Theophilus Hopkins study in the natural world?
(a) Trees.
(b) Astrology.
(c) The sea.
(d) Plants in Australia.

4. What does Theophilus ask Mrs. Williams to do after Oscar runs away?
(a) Pack away Oscar's belongings.
(b) Travel to the city for supplies.
(c) Kneel and pray.
(d) Take over Oscar's chores.

5. What food do the Strattons serve Oscar the first night he has dinner with them?
(a) Lasagna.
(b) Steak and potatoes.
(c) Shepherd's pie with raisins.
(d) Chicken salad.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Theophilus tell Oscar that the yellow "tor" stone is made of?

2. What did Theophilus believe Christmas was?

3. Why can't Mrs. Stratton have an official position in the Anglican church?

4. What do the Baptist boys make Oscar eat?

5. What is the name of the church that the narrator and his family go to each Sunday?

(see the answer key)

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