Cheaper by the Dozen Quiz

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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

When the children had their tonsils taken out, what did Dad do? (from Chapters 8-11)

He observed the surgeries and became ill.

He decided to conduct a study of motion during operations.

He didn't allow them to rest very long afterward, so they could learn to recover quickly.

He dressed up as a clown to make them feel better.

2.

What were Mother's parents concerned about? (from Chapters 8-11)

They didn't think they would be able to take a nap with all of the noise.

They thought the children did not feel at home.

They were concerned about Mother working so hard.

They were worried about Baby Fred, who was sick.

3.

Where did the children have their tonsils taken out? (from Chapters 8-11)

In their home.

At a specialized clinic.

At a large, prestigious hospital in Chicago.

At their Grandma Gilbreth's house.

4.

What circumstance surrounded Fred's birth? (from Chapters 12-15)

A power outage as a result of a thunderstorm.

A communication shortage as a result of a hurricane.

A small fire in the kitchen.

A blizzard.

5.

Which of the following is true about when Mother and Dad first met? (from Chapters 8-11)

Mother tried very hard to impress Dad, pretending to be more boisterous than she was.

They met in California, following Mother's European tour.

Dad met Mother in Europe, while she was on a European tour.

At first Dad was reserved, trying to impress her, but eventually broke into his natural robust role.

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