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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 6-11.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Barrett tell Paul's uncle to talk to Paul about?
(a) Mother.
(b) Paul.
(c) Nobody.
(d) Joan.

2. What makes Mother such an unlikable character?
(a) She doesn't like her children.
(b) She is not pretty.
(c) She is young.
(d) She is manipulative.

3. Who hates to watch Paul when he plays with his toy?
(a) All of these.
(b) His nanny.
(c) His sisters.
(d) Mother.

4. What does Paul invite his uncle to do?
(a) Loan him money.
(b) Join his partnership.
(c) Learn his methods.
(d) Come to the races.

5. What strange luxury does Mother buy in the winter?
(a) Sun shades.
(b) Flowers.
(c) Chocolates.
(d) A parasol.

Short Answer Questions

1. Whose permission does Mother need to get the money she wants on her birthday?

2. How does Barrett safeguard unsure bets?

3. How does Paul hope to win his mother's love?

4. What does an inanimate object whisper to Paul?

5. How much does Paul win in the big race?

(see the answer key)

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