Dr. Seuss Read Across America Quiz 2010

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    In One fish, Two Fish, Red fish, Blue fish, Ned does not like ... - ProProfs

    In One fish, Two Fish, Red fish, Blue fish, Ned does not like ...

    • His big head
    • His friend Ted
    • His pencil with shiny lead
    • His little bed
    • What Fred said
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This quiz is the Mary Hogan Elementary School. Classrooms that participate should enter the answers no later than 3/15/2010. All participating classrooms that score 80% or better will be awarded with 2-3 books for their classroom collection. All participating classrooms will also receive a certification of participation. Good luck and keep on reading!

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  • 2. 
    Where is the Dr. Seuss National Memorial Sculpture Garden and why is it located there? - ProProfs

    Where is the Dr. Seuss National Memorial Sculpture Garden and why is it located there?

    • In New York City, where he worked for part of his adult life

    • On the grounds of Dartmouth College, where he went to college

    • In his hometown of Springfield, Massachusetts, which inspired much of his work.

    • Washington, D.C. in the Smithsonian Art museum. He is recognized as a world famous illustrator.

    • At Oxford University in England, a favorite place of study for him

    Correct Answer
    A. In his hometown of Springfield, Massachusetts, which inspired much of his work.
    Explanation
    The Dr. Seuss National Memorial Sculpture Garden is located in his hometown of Springfield, Massachusetts, which inspired much of his work. This location is significant because it allows visitors to experience the environment that influenced Dr. Seuss and served as a source of inspiration for his imaginative creations. By placing the sculpture garden in Springfield, it also pays homage to the author's roots and allows fans to connect with his legacy in a meaningful way.

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  • 3. 
    Some authors write using a pen name. This is another name they use when authoring books. Dr. Seuss used a pen name for books that he wrote but did not illustrate.  The pen name that Dr. Seuss used was...   - ProProfs

    Some authors write using a pen name. This is another name they use when authoring books. Dr. Seuss used a pen name for books that he wrote but did not illustrate.  The pen name that Dr. Seuss used was...  

    • Leo Geissel

    • Mr. Seuss

    • Dr. Olympus

    • Theo. LeSieg

    • Dr. Theodor

    Correct Answer
    A. Theo. LeSieg
    Explanation
    the first part is short for theodor (his real name) and the last part is his real last name, backwards (Geisel).

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  • 4. 
    What is under little z's hat? (Cat in the Hat Comes Back) - ProProfs

    What is under little z's hat? (Cat in the Hat Comes Back)

    • Cats with hats, and these hats have numbers on them

    • A broom that can help all the cats clean up

    • A cleaning truck called Zoom that the Cat can use to clean up everything

    • A very little cat called "no name." He yells 'boom' and the whole yard tidies up on its own!

    • Voom, which magically cleans up the backyard and pulls all the little cats back into the Cat's hat

    Correct Answer
    A. Voom, which magically cleans up the backyard and pulls all the little cats back into the Cat's hat
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Voom, which magically cleans up the backyard and pulls all the little cats back into the Cat's hat. This answer is supported by the information given in the options, where it is mentioned that Voom is a magical entity that can clean up and gather all the little cats back into the hat.

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  • 5. 
    How many book publishers rejected And To Think That I Saw it on Mulberry Street before it was published? - ProProfs

    How many book publishers rejected And To Think That I Saw it on Mulberry Street before it was published?

    • Numbers do vary, but somewhere between 20 and 30

    • 10-15

    • 3

    • 40-45

    • None. Dr. Seuss was already a successful children's book author when this was published and what in great demand.

    Correct Answer
    A. Numbers do vary, but somewhere between 20 and 30
  • 6. 
    The name Mayzie appears in what two Seuss books? - ProProfs

    The name Mayzie appears in what two Seuss books?

    • Daisey-Head Mayzie and The Lorax

    • Daisey-Head Mayzie and Horton Hatches the Egg

    • Daisey-Head Mayzie and Yertle the Turtle

    • Daisey-Head Mayzie and the 500 Hats of Bartholomew Cubbins

    • Daisey-Head Mayzie and Daisey-Head Mayzie meets the Cat

    Correct Answer
    A. Daisey-Head Mayzie and Horton Hatches the Egg
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Daisey-Head Mayzie and Horton Hatches the Egg. In the book "Daisey-Head Mayzie," Mayzie is the main character who suddenly grows a daisy on her head. In "Horton Hatches the Egg," Mayzie is a lazy bird who convinces Horton the elephant to sit on her egg while she takes a vacation. Therefore, Mayzie appears in both of these books.

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  • 7. 
    How many times does the word

    How many times does the word "feet" appear in the Foot Book?

    • 33

    • 36

    • 41

    • 43

    • 28

    Correct Answer
    A. 33
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 33. This means that the word "feet" appears 33 times in the Foot Book.

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  • 8. 
    The Curious Crandalls apear in The Sleep Book by Dr. Seuss.  What do they wear? - ProProfs

    The Curious Crandalls apear in The Sleep Book by Dr. Seuss.  What do they wear?

    • Fangles

    • Candles

    • Dangly dandles

    • Electric pajamas

    • Bunny slippers

    Correct Answer
    A. Candles
    Explanation
    The Curious Crandalls wear candles. This information can be inferred from the question, which states that they appear in The Sleep Book by Dr. Seuss. Since candles are typically associated with sleep and bedtime, it is reasonable to assume that they wear candles as a form of nightwear.

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  • 9. 
    On what day does Horton hear the small noise? - ProProfs

    On what day does Horton hear the small noise?

    • The first day of May

    • The 15th of May

    • The 18th of May

    • A sunny day in May

    • The fifth day of May

    Correct Answer
    A. The 15th of May
    Explanation
    Horton hears the small noise on the 15th of May. This is the specific date mentioned in the options and is therefore the correct answer.

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    What color is the Lorax? (This is black-and-white) - ProProfs

    What color is the Lorax? (This is black-and-white)

    • Bright orange

    • Green with blue-green shading

    • Brown

    • Yellow

    • He is different colors, depending on his mood

    Correct Answer
    A. Brown
    Explanation
    The Lorax is described as being brown.

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