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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book the Second: Chapters 16-23.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Botticelli have on a long, braided rope?
(a) A pearl.
(b) A gold chunk.
(c) A diamond.
(d) A locket.

2. What did Furlough first notice when Despereaux was born?
(a) He smiled.
(b) He held his finger.
(c) His eyes were open.
(d) He never cried.

3. What do the threadmaster and Despereaux have in common?
(a) They have the same father.
(b) They both enjoy reading.
(c) They both like music.
(d) They both think the Princess is beautiful.

4. Who does Despereaux recognize as one of the guards?
(a) His brother Furlough.
(b) His father.
(c) His sister Merlot.
(d) His uncle.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What did the Pea announce when her father finished playing and singing?

2. What happens when he realizes this truth?

3. How many mice has Gregory saved before Despereaux?

4. Where does Gregory put Despereaux?

5. Why does Antoinette want no more babies?

(see the answer key)

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