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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 5-7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where are the ancestors of the most prominent man in town from?
(a) Georgia.
(b) New York.
(c) Virginia.
(d) Washington D.C.

2. What word does Twain use to describe the town in this book?
(a) Sleepy.
(b) Bustling.
(c) Busy.
(d) Lazy.

3. How do Tom's aunts treat him?
(a) They smother him with affection.
(b) They commonly forget about him.
(c) They are kind but distant.
(d) They are harsh with discipline.

4. Who lives with the most prominent man in town?
(a) His cousin.
(b) His brother.
(c) His nephew.
(d) His sister.

5. What does Wilson make a comment about that makes people think he is unintelligent?
(a) Flying in the clouds.
(b) Mixing breeds of cats.
(c) Sailing on the river.
(d) Owning half a dog.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why do some people continue to put up with Tom while he is nasty to them?

2. What does Wilson say is found in people's hair?

3. Where is Tom supposed to be when a woman is seen in his bedroom?

4. What do people do to cure their curiosity when Aunt Patsy has some visitors?

5. Why is Roxana cleared of the crime that the Percy slaves were accused of?

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