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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) Metaphor.
(b) Euphemism.
(c) Hyperbole.
(d) Simile.

2. Where is Linus Barker at the beginning of Chapter One?
(a) At the seaside.
(b) At home.
(c) At DICOMY.
(d) At an orphanage.

3. What does Linus often forget to bring with him?
(a) A pen.
(b) His notebook.
(c) The DICOMY rule book.
(d) His umbrella.

4. Besides the violet in Ms. Chapelwhite's eyes, what is another clue that tells Linus what she really is?
(a) Her teeth.
(b) Her ears.
(c) Her bare feet.
(d) Her height.

5. What is the reason that Arthur gives for having not greeted Linus sooner?
(a) He had some last-minute things to do to get the guest house ready.
(b) Lucy used his powers to conceal Linus's arrival.
(c) He was talking with DICOMY on the phone.
(d) He was trying to find Linus's lost cat.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Ms. Chapelwhite's first name?

2. What kind of being is Phee?

3. What is Chauncey's dream career?

4. How does Lucy display his power when Linus first meets him?

5. When the receptionist in Chapter Three does not introduce herself, what nickname does Linus give her in his own head?

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