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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 did Despereaux do instead of searching for food like the rest?
(a) He read.
(b) He slept.
(c) He listened to the music.
(d) He explored.

2. What does Despereaux's mother do when Despereaux is led away?
(a) She calls his name repeatedly.
(b) She faints.
(c) She wails.
(d) She refuses to look.

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

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

5. How many mice are in the Mouse Council.
(a) Eight.
(b) Ten.
(c) Five.
(d) Fourteen.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Gregory put Despereaux?

2. What is the first thing Despereax notices about the dungeon?

3. How does Gregory see in the darkness?

4. What two reasons make the dungeon so dangerous?

5. How many brothers and sisters are in Despereaux's litter?

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