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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 5 and 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the annual Christmas pageant, children in primary grades have traditionally taken which roles?
(a) Angels.
(b) Wise Men.
(c) Shepherds.
(d) Donkeys.

2. When Mother hears the doorbell during her conversation with Mrs. Armstrong, who is at the door?
(a) Reverend Hopkins.
(b) The narrator.
(c) Mr. Armstrong.
(d) Father.

3. How does Mother feel about Mrs. Armstrong's announcement that she does not know how the pageant will turn out?
(a) Angry.
(b) Frightened.
(c) Regretful.
(d) Ashamed.

4. Before Charlie stands up to give his reason for liking Sunday School, how many other kids are said to have responded already?
(a) 19-20.
(b) 2-3.
(c) 5-6.
(d) 8-9.

5. What do the Herdman siblings do once the fire department arrives at the church?
(a) They ask to help fight the fire.
(b) They leave.
(c) They lie down in the street.
(d) They throw spitballs at the evacuees.

Short Answer Questions

1. Mrs. Armstrong tells Mother that she must choose the person who plays Mary very carefully because of what reason?

2. What does Imogene NOT threaten to do to Alice if Alice tries to play the part of Mary?

3. What does the narrator say is "the only unexpected thing that every happened to" (17) the pageant?

4. On what adjective do Mother and Father agree when describing Mary having to give birth to Jesus in a stable?

5. At what time of year is the usual pageant coordinator injured, leading to Mother's assumption of the role instead?

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