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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does not think the river trip is a fine idea?
(a) The housekeeper.
(b) The dog.
(c) Everyone's mother.
(d) Everyone's girlfriend.

2. Who is the narrator of "Three Men in a Boat"?
(a) Harris.
(b) A neutral person we never see.
(c) J.
(d) George.

3. What happens to J. when he gets on the train after telling his story while the men decide which food to bring?
(a) All the other passengers leave him alone.
(b) He makes money selling food to hungry passengers.
(c) Everyone wants some of his food.
(d) His food is stolen.

4. What does J.'s doctor prescribe?
(a) Less smoking.
(b) A hearty diet and exercise.
(c) More calories.
(d) Less drinking.

5. Who accidentally sits on the butter as the men are packing?
(a) The dog.
(b) J.
(c) Harris.
(d) George.

Short Answer Questions

1. How do the men ultimately get the train they need?

2. What meal do the men eat before departing on their trip?

3. What do the men decide not to list when it comes to packing?

4. When discussing what food items to bring, what food item does J. tell an amusing story about bringing on a train?

5. Who brings up the idea of inclement weather when the group is trying to decide if they should camp or sleep at inns during their trip?

(see the answer key)

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