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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book the First: Chapters 11-15.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Antoinette call out as Despereaux is led away?
(a) Be brave.
(b) Adieu (Farewell).
(c) Have mercy.
(d) Take me.

2. What does Despereaux begin by reciting?
(a) While the cat is away.......
(b) There once was a mouse named Despereaux....
(c) If I were a rich mouse.................
(d) Once upon a time....

3. What does Despereaux want before the guards lead him to the dungeon?
(a) A piece of cheese.
(b) A change of clothes.
(c) A last word with the Princess.
(d) A last meal.

4. How does Despereaux describe the sound he hears?
(a) Honey-smooth.
(b) Honey-treat.
(c) Sugar-sweet.
(d) Honey-sweet.

5. What do Despereaux's brother and sister take him to the library for?
(a) To educate him.
(b) To eat the bindings.
(c) To read a bedtime story.
(d) To show him how to read.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Despereaux decide he must do?

2. What part of Despereaux is complimented by the first human he meets?

3. What is the last of the great, ancient rules of mice?

4. What is Despereaux's destiny?

5. What incredible thing happens when the Princess smiles at Despereaux?

(see the answer key)

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