From The Mixed-up Files Of Mrs.Basil E. Frankweiler! Trivia Quiz

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Are you familiar with “The mixed-up files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler? ” In this quiz, you are expected to know what event led Claudia to say to Jamie, “We will take a long, long bath tonight? ” who were the surprise visitors in the museum, and where did Jamie deliver the letter. This quiz will offer you an idea of what this book is all about.

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1.

What event led Claudia to say to Jamie, "We'll take a long, long bath tonight?
- A.
  
  Since they spent $4.50 for the post office box, they needed more income.
- B.
  
  Claudia knew that they were dirty from living in the city.
- C.
  
  Jamie had fallen in a mud puddle and had to be cleaned up.
- D.
  
  Claudia wanted to be sure they cleaned up before their visit with the head of the museum.
Correct Answer
A. Since they spent $4.50 for the post office box, they needed more income.

Explanation
Claudia's comment about taking a long, long bath tonight suggests that they need to save money by not using hot water, as they had just spent $4.50 on a post office box. This implies that they are trying to cut down on expenses and find ways to increase their income, indicating that the event that led Claudia to say this was their need for more money.

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2.

Who were the surprise visitors at the mastaba in the museum?
- A.
  
  They were Claudia's class from school.
- B.
  
  They were their parents looking for them.
- C.
  
  They were Jamie's class from school.
- D.
  
  Mrs. Frankweiler showed up at the museum.
Correct Answer
C. They were Jamie's class from school.

Explanation
The correct answer is "They were Jamie's class from school." This can be inferred from the context of the sentence, as it suggests that the surprise visitors at the mastaba in the museum were a group of people related to Jamie.

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3.

Where did Jamie deliver the letter?
- A.
  
  He gave it to the museum shop.
- B.
  
  He dropped it in a mailbox.
- C.
  
  He delivered it to the museum office.
- D.
  
  He sent an email.
Correct Answer
C. He delivered it to the museum office.

Explanation
The correct answer is "He delivered it to the museum office." This is indicated by the use of the word "delivered," which implies that Jamie physically brought the letter to the museum office. The other options, such as giving it to the museum shop, dropping it in a mailbox, or sending an email, do not involve physically taking the letter to the museum office.

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4.

Why did Claudia and Jamie send the mail before eating breakfast?
- A.
  
  Children were not hungry.
- B.
  
  Children wanted the mail to arrive as soon as possible.
- C.
  
  Children were too lazy to eat.
- D.
  
  None of these
Correct Answer
B. Children wanted the mail to arrive as soon as possible.

Explanation
Claudia and Jamie sent the mail before eating breakfast because they wanted it to arrive as soon as possible. This implies that they had a sense of urgency or importance attached to the mail and wanted it to be delivered quickly. The other options, such as being hungry or lazy, do not provide a logical reason for sending the mail early.

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5.

What did Claudia tell Jamie about when Jamie was worried to pay a stack of money?
- A.
  
  Importance of mail
- B.
  
  Coins dangling in Jamie's pocket
- C.
  
  A long bath
- D.
  
  None of these
Correct Answer
C. A long bath

Explanation
Claudia told Jamie about the importance of taking a long bath when Jamie was worried about paying a stack of money.

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6.

What name did Jamie use instead of his real name to rent?
- A.
  
  Sir James
- B.
  
  Angels Michelangelo
- C.
  
  Angelo Michaels
- D.
  
  Michael Michelangelo
Correct Answer
C. Angelo Michaels

Explanation
Jamie used the name "Angelo Michaels" instead of his real name to rent.

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7.

Who of Jamie's classmates looked like a pharaoh?
- A.
  
  Bruce
- B.
  
  Rube
- C.
  
  Sally
- D.
  
  Sarah
Correct Answer
D. Sarah

Explanation
Sarah looked like a pharaoh among Jamie's classmates.

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8.

Did Jamie's classmates' arrival at the museum help Claudia and Jamie?
- A.
  
  Yes
- B.
  
  No
- C.
  
  It didn't matter.
Correct Answer
A. Yes

Explanation
The arrival of Jamie's classmates at the museum helped Claudia and Jamie because it implies that they were not alone anymore. Having their classmates with them could have provided them with a sense of security, companionship, and support. They could have also benefited from their classmates' knowledge, insights, and perspectives, which could have enhanced their overall experience at the museum.

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From The Mixed-up Files Of Mrs.Basil E. Frankweiler! Trivia Quiz

What event led Claudia to say to Jamie, "We'll take a long, long bath tonight?

Who were the surprise visitors at the mastaba in the museum?

Where did Jamie deliver the letter?

Why did Claudia and Jamie send the mail before eating breakfast?

What did Claudia tell Jamie about when Jamie was worried to pay a stack of money?

What name did Jamie use instead of his real name to rent?

Who of Jamie's classmates looked like a pharaoh?

Did Jamie's classmates' arrival at the museum help Claudia and Jamie?