1. Why does Miss Strangeworth fail to notice the important detail about her letters?
(a) One of the younger children bumps into her.
(b) She notices that a car has turned down the street and is getting close.
(c) She is busy thinking about sending a letter to Dave Harris's father.
(d) Linda Stewart begins sobbing again.

2. What is the purpose of including the details about how many people Miss Strangeworth talks to on her trip to the grocery store?
(a) It shows that the townspeople like and trust her.
(b) It shows that Miss Strangeworth is a helpful and kind neighbor.
(c) It shows that the townspeople all need something from Miss Strangeworth.
(d) It shows that Miss Strangeworth is nosy.

3. When Miss Strangeworth discovers how much trouble she has caused for Linda and Dave, what does she think about it?
(a) She wonders if it can really be true that her letter has had such serious consequences.
(b) She is delighted to know how much pain she has caused.
(c) She thinks about how even in a small town, there are many evil people.
(d) She feels guilty and ashamed.

4. Who is the original owner of Miss Strangeworth's house?
(a) Her father.
(b) Her grandfather.
(c) Her great-grandfather.
(d) Miss Strangeworth.

5. When Miss Strangeworth is walking "daintily" along Main Street, (417), how is she walking?
(a) Quickly, briskly, as if she is in a hurry.
(b) Boldly, as if she is in charge of her surroundings.
(c) Slowly, in an unsteady and careful manner.
(d) Delicately, with small steps; in a charming way.