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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 3 - 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Benjamin's dilemma when he is to meet with the college registrar, Mr. Hart?
(a) He forgot to shave.
(b) He cannot find his long pants.
(c) He has run out of hair dye.
(d) He does not know where Mr. Hart's office is.

2. How do those in society who meet Benjamin react?
(a) They politely compliment him and say how much he resembles his grandfather.
(b) They look at him fearfully and run away.
(c) They scream or cry out in horror.
(d) They ignore him completely.

3. How does Mr. Button feel when he sees the fancy suit on display?
(a) He is at his wits' end.
(b) He is filled with dread.
(c) He is embarassed.
(d) He cheers up.

4. Why do Benjamin and his grandfather become great friends?
(a) They each have no one else to talk to.
(b) They both like cigars.
(c) They enjoy discussing the events of the day.
(d) They both know a great deal about history.

5. Who starts to follow Benjamin on his way to the train station after Mr. Hart threw him out?
(a) A mob of students and other community members.
(b) College professors.
(c) A pack of wolves.
(d) Small children.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Benjamin request of his father, now that he sees he is growing younger?

2. Why does Mr. Button hope the baby will be a boy?

3. Where is Benjamin headed at the end of Chapter IV?

4. Who gives Benjamin the idea that he should go to Harvard?

5. What does the nurse suggest that Mr. Button do, so he can take his son home?

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