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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At the end of the story, what does John tell Edith he expects her to do?
(a) Apologize to Mrs. Markey.
(b) Stop going over to the Markeys' house.
(c) Teach Ede better manners.
(d) Punish Ede for shoving Billy.

2. How do the Androses know the Markeys?
(a) They are next-door neighbors.
(b) Joe and John work at the same firm.
(c) They are in the same bridge club.
(d) Joe and John went to college together.

3. What are the children doing when Edith and Ede arrive at the party?
(a) Eating candy.
(b) Dancing.
(c) Watching a magician.
(d) Playing a game.

4. What does Edith tell John she thought that he and Joe were going to do when she went back into the house?
(a) Argue a little bit and then come inside.
(b) Fight each other.
(c) Go to the bar to get a drink together.
(d) Shake hands and make peace.

5. What is Mrs. Markey's first concern when Ede and Billy are arguing over the teddy bear?
(a) Whether her guests are upset.
(b) Whether Billy or Ede started the trouble.
(c) Whether the children have gotten their clothing dirty.
(d) Whether Billy is physically hurt.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Ede named after?

2. What does Mrs. Markey say should be the consequence of Ede's behavior?

3. What surprising thing does Joe say to John after the fight?

4. Why does Mr. Markey go upstairs after the altercation between Billy and Ede?

5. What is the meaning of "amity" as it is used on page 5?

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