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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 1 - A Note on Time.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The year Simon and his family had to leave, what was the name of a great horned owl brought to an animal blessing?
(a) Sandy.
(b) Petey.
(c) William.
(d) Rufus.

2. What color is the desk chair that Simon has in his room?
(a) Sky blue.
(b) Black.
(c) Lime green.
(d) White.

3. In Chapter 6, what is Simon's class studying in English?
(a) Shakespeare.
(b) Journalism.
(c) Poetry.
(d) Grammar.

4. How tall is the scaffold that holds up the Very Large Radio Telescope in Grin and Bear It?
(a) 20 stories.
(b) 100 feet.
(c) 15 stories.
(d) 400 feet.

5. How long does it take Simon to walk from his house to Hello Hello?
(a) About 15 minutes.
(b) 8 minutes.
(c) 5 minutes.
(d) About ten minutes.

Short Answer Questions

1. What type of puppies does Simon see when he visits Agate's house?

2. How long have SETI scientists like Dr. Matapang been listening for space aliens?

3. What do Simon and his parents call the peacock that lives on their property?

4. Where did Simon's family live before they moved to the National Quiet Zone?

5. What color are Agate's eyes?

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