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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Whose relative is Uncle Podger?
(a) Harris's.
(b) George's.
(c) The narrator's.
(d) J.'s.

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

3. Which train station do the men go to as they are preparing to start their journey?
(a) Big Ben Station.
(b) Grand Central Station.
(c) London Station.
(d) Waterloo Station.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Harris's thinking, who has accused them of trespassing?

2. What is unique about Moulsey Lock?

3. In the first chapter, who admits that he is something of a hypochondriac?

4. How do Harris and J. respond to the accusation that they are trespassing?

5. What example is given of a simple project Uncle Podger would undertake?

(see the answer key)

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