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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through A Minute Past Three.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Thomas proud of Charlie on the day that Big Joe comes to school?
(a) Because Charlie tells Mr. Munnings the truth.
(b) Because Charlie does not let Big Joe know the other kids were making fun of him.
(c) Because Charlie is so stoic about the cane beating.
(d) Because Charlie tells Thomas' punishment.

2. When does Grandma Wolf smack Big Joe because of his fondness for certain animals?
(a) When Big Joe lets the dog into his bedroom.
(b) When Grandma Wolf is feeling afraid.
(c) When Big Joe refuses to carry wild mice outside.
(d) When Big Joe puts food out for the mice.

3. Why is Big Joe happy about Thomas and Charlie's conspiracy concerning food at meals?
(a) He doesn't want the boys' mother to feel badly that they do like her cooking.
(b) He likes to eat the extra food.
(c) He doesn't have to feed his dog as much other stuff.
(d) He finds it amusing to see the boys' pockets bulging.

4. What does Molly bring with her when she comes to visit Charlie at his house?
(a) A note from her parents.
(b) Her luggage.
(c) A kitten.
(d) A puppy.

5. What is Sergeant Hanely's nickname?
(a) Hard-hearted Hanley.
(b) Hanley the Hick.
(c) Horrible Hanley.
(d) Hopeless Hanley.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Charlie feel about what Molly tells him?

2. What song do they sing at Bertha's grave?

3. What does Big Joe sing as a "prayer" for Molly?

4. Why might Big Joe be more upset than the family realizes?

5. What does the Colonel demand when he comes to the cottage in the morning?

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