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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book the First: Chapters 1-10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Furlough see that makes him think that Despereaux is a goner?
(a) He sees the Princess smile at Despereaux.
(b) He sees the Princess touch Despereaux's head.
(c) He sees the Princess pick up Despereaux.
(d) He sees the Princess wink at Despereaux.

2. Other than ridiculous, how is love described in this tale?
(a) Wonderful and powerful.
(b) Joyful and illuminating.
(c) Purposeful and determined.
(d) Heartfelt and devoted.

3. What is Despereaux's father's name?
(a) Chester.
(b) Lester.
(c) Maxime.
(d) Charlie.

4. Why does Antoinette want no more babies?
(a) They ruin her beauty.
(b) They make her feel too sad.
(c) They are too much work.
(d) They never stop needing.

5. What incredible thing happens when the Princess smiles at Despereaux?
(a) He discovers his destiny.
(b) He falls in love.
(c) He forgets he is a mouse.
(d) He hears music.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Despereaux have an unusual interest in?

2. What does Despereaux discover the sound to be?

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

4. What does the beating of the drum tell the Mouse Council members?

5. Who does Lester call?

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