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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When the boys find Muffie Perry, what is she doing?
(a) Tending her grandmother's orchids.
(b) Knitting sweaters for her grandchildren.
(c) Caring for a houseful of cats.
(d) Teaching piano lessons.

2. What appears in the window of Cecilia's old bedroom?
(a) A revolving Chinese lantern.
(b) A stained-glass decoration.
(c) Easter decorations.
(d) A candle shrine.

3. What does Cecilia do after leaving the party before going upstairs?
(a) She eats a cookie.
(b) She watches a TV program.
(c) She writes a note for her family.
(d) She drinks some pear juice.

4. Who takes Cecilia's diary from the Lisbon house?
(a) The chimney sweep.
(b) The plumber's assistant.
(c) The electrician.
(d) The plumber.

5. What is different about Trip Fontaine's home life?
(a) He lives with his grandparents.
(b) His father is gay.
(c) He has a child.
(d) He lives without electricity.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Mr. Lisbon find Cecilia doing in preparation for the party?

2. From where do the boys watch the paramedics arrive at the Lisbon house?

3. Which of the following drawings is not found in Cecilia's diary?

4. What happens just as the paramedics arrive?

5. How many times is Dominic Palazzano mentioned in Cecilia's diary?

(see the answer key)

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