1.
Kamala is ___________________.
Correct Answer
A. Mary's servant in London
Explanation
Kamala is Mary's servant in London. This is indicated by the statement "Mary's servant in London" in the answer choice.
2.
Kamala died because______________________.
Correct Answer
C. She got a deadly disease
Explanation
The given answer suggests that Kamala died because she contracted a deadly disease. This implies that her cause of death was not due to external factors such as being shot or poisoned, but rather due to an internal illness. The answer assumes that the disease was severe enough to cause her death.
3.
After Mary's parents died, Basil tells Mary she will live with_______________.
Correct Answer
D. Her uncle Mr. Archibald Craven
Explanation
After Mary's parents died, Basil tells Mary she will live with her uncle Mr. Archibald Craven.
4.
Mr. Craven's house does NOT have_________________________.
Correct Answer
D. A lot of chickens
Explanation
Mr. Craven's house does not have a lot of chickens. This implies that there may be some chickens present in the house, but their number is not significant or substantial. It suggests that the house may have a few chickens or perhaps no chickens at all. However, it is clear that the presence of a large number of chickens is not a characteristic of Mr. Craven's house.
5.
The moor is ________________________________.
Correct Answer
A. Miles and miles of land without any trees
Explanation
The correct answer is "miles and miles of land without any trees." This means that the moor is a vast expanse of land that does not have any trees growing on it. It suggests that the landscape is open and treeless, potentially characterized by grasses, shrubs, or other low-lying vegetation.
6.
Mr. Craven's house is in _______________________.
Correct Answer
C. Yorkshire
Explanation
Mr. Craven's house is located in Yorkshire.
7.
Mary can't understand Martha because of her_________________________.
Correct Answer
D. Yorkshire dialect
Explanation
Mary is unable to understand Martha because of her Yorkshire dialect. The Yorkshire dialect refers to the distinct regional variety of English spoken in the county of Yorkshire in England. This dialect includes unique vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammar patterns that may differ significantly from standard English or other regional dialects. Therefore, Mary's difficulty in understanding Martha can be attributed to the differences in their dialects.
8.
Dickon has a pet________________.
Correct Answer
A. Horse
Explanation
The given question states that Dickon has a pet, and out of the options provided, the only option that can be a pet is a horse. Horses can be kept as pets and are often trained and cared for by their owners. Therefore, the correct answer is horse.
9.
Mr. Craven buried the key to one of the walled gardens when__________________________.
Correct Answer
D. His wife died
Explanation
Mr. Craven buried the key to one of the walled gardens when his wife died. This suggests that the key held some significance to his wife, possibly because it was associated with a shared memory or a special place they both cherished. By burying the key, Mr. Craven may have been symbolically preserving their connection and keeping her memory alive.
10.
Who does Mary speak to on her first day in the gardens?
Correct Answer
A. Mr Weatherstaff
Explanation
Mary speaks to Mr Weatherstaff on her first day in the gardens.
11.
How did Mrs. Craven die?
Correct Answer
A. She was sitting on a branch that broke and she fell
Explanation
Mrs. Craven died because she was sitting on a branch that broke, causing her to fall.
12.
Mary found the ______________then the _______________to the secret garden.
Correct Answer
B. Key -- door
Explanation
Mary found the key, which allowed her to open the door to the secret garden. The key is necessary to unlock the door and gain access to the garden.
13.
The _______________helped Mary find the key.
Correct Answer
D. Robin
Explanation
The word "helped" suggests that the blank should be filled with an animal that can assist or provide aid. Out of the given options, only a robin is known to help in finding objects. Therefore, the robin helped Mary find the key.
14.
Ben was always bad-tempered.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
The given statement suggests that Ben was always bad-tempered, but the correct answer is False. This means that the statement is not true and Ben was not always bad-tempered.
15.
Dickon plays a _______________.
Correct Answer
C. Wooden pipe
Explanation
The given question asks what instrument Dickon plays. The correct answer is "wooden pipe." This suggests that Dickon is skilled at playing a musical instrument made of wood, specifically a pipe.
16.
Sometimes Dickon thinks that he is an animal or a bird and that people can't understand him.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
The given statement suggests that Dickon believes he is an animal or a bird and feels that people cannot understand him. This implies that Dickon may have a vivid imagination or a strong connection with nature, leading him to identify with animals and birds. It also implies that Dickon may feel misunderstood by others, possibly due to his unique perspective or unconventional behavior. Therefore, the statement "True" is an accurate representation of the given explanation.
17.
_____________________is the first person that Mary shows the secret garden to.
Correct Answer
D. Dickon
Explanation
Dickon is the first person that Mary shows the secret garden to. This can be inferred from the information given in the question. Since Martha, Mr. Weatherstaff, and Mr. Craven are listed as options, but Dickon is not, it can be concluded that Dickon is the correct answer.
18.
Mary planted her own garden, but she didn't' ask Mr. Craven.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
The statement indicates that Mary planted her own garden without asking Mr. Craven. Therefore, the correct answer is False, implying that Mary did not ask Mr. Craven for permission or assistance in planting her garden.
19.
Colin is Mary's ___________________.
Correct Answer
A. Cousin
Explanation
Colin is Mary's cousin, indicating that they are related as cousins.
20.
Mr. Craven doesn't visit Colin often because_____________________________.
Correct Answer
A. It reminds him of Mrs. Craven
Explanation
Mr. Craven doesn't visit Colin often because it reminds him of Mrs. Craven.
21.
Colin likes spending time with Mary because_______________________.
Correct Answer
C. It makes him forget that he is sick
Explanation
Colin enjoys spending time with Mary because it helps him to forget about his illness. Being with Mary provides a distraction from his sickness and allows him to focus on something positive and enjoyable.
22.
Who looked over the wall and saw Mary and Dickon in the secret garden?
Correct Answer
A. Ben
Explanation
Ben looked over the wall and saw Mary and Dickon in the secret garden.
23.
Who is Mrs. Sowerby?
Correct Answer
D. Dickon and Martha's mother
Explanation
Mrs. Sowerby is Dickon and Martha's mother because the question asks for her identity and the correct answer states that she is their mother.
24.
Colin and Mary both send back uneaten food to the kitchen so that__________________.
Correct Answer
A. People don't realize they are healthy
Explanation
Colin and Mary send back uneaten food to the kitchen so that people don't realize they are healthy. This suggests that Colin and Mary may be intentionally leaving food uneaten to give the impression that they are not health-conscious or to avoid drawing attention to their healthy eating habits. By doing so, they may be trying to blend in with others or avoid judgment or scrutiny from those around them.
25.
When Mr. Craven_________________, he stated to feel alive again.
Correct Answer
D. Looked at at a flower by the stream
26.
At the same time that Mr. Craven started to feel alive again, Colin was saying __________________________.
Correct Answer
A. "I'm going to live forever, and ever, and ever!"
Explanation
Colin's statement of "I'm going to live forever, and ever, and ever!" suggests that he is experiencing a similar transformation to Mr. Craven. Both characters are starting to feel alive again and are filled with a renewed sense of hope and possibility. Colin's statement reflects his newfound belief in his own longevity and the endless opportunities that lie ahead for him.
27.
Mr. Craven ____________________and ______________________, so he decided to come home.
Correct Answer
A. Got a letter from Mary; had a dream
Explanation
Mr. Craven received a letter from Mary, which made him feel a certain way. Additionally, he had a dream that influenced his decision to come home.
28.
In the end of the story Mr. Craven is upset that the children were in the garden and refused to go in.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
The explanation for the given answer, False, is that in the end of the story, Mr. Craven is actually delighted and overjoyed to find the children in the garden. He realizes that the garden has a positive effect on their well-being and allows them to continue spending time there. Therefore, he does not refuse their presence in the garden, but rather encourages it.
29.
Colin can walk at the end of the story, but he is still very unhappy.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
The statement says that Colin can walk at the end of the story, but he is still very unhappy. The correct answer is False because the statement implies that Colin's ability to walk should make him happy, but it doesn't. Therefore, even though he can walk, he is still unhappy.
30.
Dickon helps Mary with the secret garden, and helps keep the secret.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
Dickon helps Mary with the secret garden and keeps the secret, indicating that the statement is true.