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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 3: Chapters Five and Six.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Linus says that Ms. Jenkins's management style is "authoritative," this is an example of what literary technique (24)?
(a) Euphemism.
(b) Simile.
(c) Metaphor.
(d) Hyperbole.

2. When Linus is struggling to get off the elevator in Chapter Three, he tells himself that maybe he is about to get a promotion and he can finally do what?
(a) Tell Ms. Jenkins what he thinks of her.
(b) Buy himself a car.
(c) Take a vacation to the beach.
(d) Move to a house far from Mrs. Klapper.

3. What is the name of the ferryman who takes passengers to Marsyas Island?
(a) Everett.
(b) Jones.
(c) Merle.
(d) Frank.

4. When the receptionist in Chapter Three does not introduce herself, what nickname does Linus give her in his own head?
(a) Ms. Bubblegum.
(b) Ms. Know-It-All.
(c) Ms. Click-Clack.
(d) Ms. Butterfly Barrette.

5. In Chapter Six, what does Linus notice about Arthur's pants?
(a) They look old and worn.
(b) They are too short.
(c) They are much too large.
(d) They seem to change color as he moves.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Chauncey's dream career?

2. What kind of being is Sal?

3. When Linus comes inside the main house for dinner, who is hiding under the couch?

4. In Chapter Two, why does Mr. Baker eat salad for lunch?

5. On page 37, Linus enters a "rotunda." What feature of a room does this word describe?

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