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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Story 7, The Return of the Smiling Wimpy Doll Summary:.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The Old Man is loyal to the Oldsmobile, but he deviates from his dedication to drive what automobile brand?
(a) Pontiac.
(b) Cadillac.
(c) Buick.
(d) Saturn.

2. What does the narrator do when he meets Josie on the way home from Pulaski's store?
(a) Grows shy and walks away.
(b) Trips and falls in front of her.
(c) Helps her with her groceries.
(d) Offers her a candy bar.

3. What do the Old Man and Mother do well into the night in preparation for their Michigan trip?
(a) Go over their list and take account of all their travel supplies.
(b) Go over the route they plan to take and their alternate route.
(c) Unplug and double-check every appliance in their home.
(d) Write detailed house care instructions for their neighbors.

4. How long does the narrator practice with his fighting top?
(a) Two months.
(b) Two hours.
(c) Two days.
(d) Two weeks.

5. The Taylors, who lived next door to the narrator and his family for many years before the Bumpus family moved in, were what?
(a) Circus performers.
(b) Eccentric.
(c) Educators.
(d) Quiet.

Short Answer Questions

1. What subject does Miss Shields teach?

2. The narrator notes that the only way to get his father going in the morning is with what?

3. What does the narrator say is one of the most popular playground games at his school?

4. What is the Old Man's greatest nemesis?

5. What does the Old Man find touching when he's looking at the County Fair quilts with his family?

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