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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through "The Baby Party".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When John arrives at the Markeys' door, whom does he hear crying?
(a) Mrs. Markey.
(b) Edith.
(c) Ede.
(d) Billy.

2. What does Ede do right after Mrs. Markey says that she does not find the situation funny?
(a) Shoves Billy to the floor.
(b) Throws the teddy bear at Billy.
(c) Mimics Mrs. Markey.
(d) Laughs.

3. What does Mrs. Markey say should be the consequence of Ede's behavior?
(a) She should have to apologize to Billy.
(b) She should have to give Billy one of her toys.
(c) She should not be allowed to go to the next party.
(d) She should be spanked.

4. John enjoys hearing Ede's "non sequiturs" (3). What does this describe in his daughter's speech?
(a) Ideas that have no logical connection.
(b) Ideas that are more fantasy than reality.
(c) Ideas that are more emotional than rational.
(d) Ideas that flow continuously without waiting for a response.

5. What technique is used in the page 3 phrase "the weary merry-go-round of the commuting train"?
(a) Hyperbole.
(b) Personification.
(c) Juxtaposition.
(d) Metaphor.

Short Answer Questions

1. To John Andros, what does Ede represent?

2. What technique is used on page 3 when John's life is described as "a series of struggles up a series of rugged hills"?

3. What does Edith feel when she joins Ede in her misbehavior?

4. What interrupts Edith's thoughts about John as the party is winding down?

5. After they leave the Markeys' house, why does John watch to make sure that Edith has reached their own walkway?

(see the answer key)

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