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1.

What calmed Winnie down after the Tucks took her away?
- A.
  
  The ride on the horse
- B.
  
  Jesse Tuck
- C.
  
  The music box
- D.
  
  Mae Tuck
Correct Answer
C. The music box

Explanation
The music box calmed Winnie down after the Tucks took her away. This suggests that the music box had a soothing effect on her and helped to alleviate her anxiety or fear in that situation.

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2.

Who didn't drink the magic water?
- A.
  
  The horse
- B.
  
  The cat
- C.
  
  Miles Tuck
- D.
  
  Jesse Tuck
Correct Answer
B. The cat

Explanation
The cat didn't drink the magic water because it is a common belief that cats are not fond of drinking water, especially if it is not from their usual source. Additionally, cats are known to be more independent and may not be interested in trying something new or unfamiliar. Therefore, it is likely that the cat did not drink the magic water.

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3.

How did the Tucks prove to themselves that they wouldn’t ever change?
- A.
  
  Tuck shot himself with the gun.
- B.
  
  They shot the horse.
- C.
  
  Jesse jumped or fell from a tree way up high.
- D.
  
  Miles didn't get older and his wife left him.
Correct Answer
A. Tuck shot himself with the gun.

Explanation
The Tucks proved to themselves that they wouldn't ever change by having Tuck shoot himself with the gun. This act demonstrated that they were immortal and would remain the same forever, as Tuck survived the gunshot without any harm or change.

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4.

In the book, how old is Jesse?
- A.
  
  17
- B.
  
  104
- C.
  
  89
- D.
  
  19
Correct Answer
B. 104
5.

Who saw the Tucks take Winnie away?
- A.
  
  The constable.
- B.
  
  Her mother.
- C.
  
  A neighbor.
- D.
  
  The man in the yellow suit.
Correct Answer
D. The man in the yellow suit.

Explanation
The correct answer is "The man in the yellow suit." In the story, it is mentioned that the Tucks took Winnie away, and the man in the yellow suit is the one who witnesses this event. The constable, Winnie's mother, and a neighbor are not mentioned in relation to seeing the Tucks take Winnie away. Therefore, the man in the yellow suit is the only logical choice for the correct answer.

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6.

Where did Tuck take Winnie to tell her the whole story?
- A.
  
  A boat on the pond.
- B.
  
  Up in a tree.
- C.
  
  In the Tucks' house.
- D.
  
  In the woods.
Correct Answer
A. A boat on the pond.

Explanation
Tuck took Winnie to a boat on the pond to tell her the whole story. This is because the boat on the pond provides a private and secluded setting where Tuck can openly share the details of the story without any interruptions or eavesdropping. Additionally, being on the water adds a sense of tranquility and serenity, creating a peaceful atmosphere for their conversation.

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7.

What does Tuck wish?
- A.
  
  He wishes to live forever.
- B.
  
  He wishes he never drank magic water.
- C.
  
  He wishes for a new house.
- D.
  
  He wishes he had been younger when he drank the magic water.
Correct Answer
B. He wishes he never drank magic water.

Explanation
Tuck wishes he never drank the magic water because it has caused him to live forever. This is evident from the statement "He wishes to live forever" which implies that he regrets his decision of drinking the magic water and wants to undo it.

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8.

Who helped the Tucks get Mae Tuck out of the jail?
- A.
  
  The man in the yellow suit.
- B.
  
  Winnie
- C.
  
  Winnie's father
- D.
  
  The constable
Correct Answer
B. Winnie

Explanation
Winnie helped the Tucks get Mae Tuck out of jail.

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9.

What did Winnie end up doing with the magic water that Jesse gave her?
- A.
  
  Drinking it herself.
- B.
  
  Giving it to her dying grandmother.
- C.
  
  Pouring it on the toad.
- D.
  
  Giving it to the man in the yellow suit.
Correct Answer
C. Pouring it on the toad.

Explanation
Winnie ended up pouring the magic water on the toad.

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10.

Who wrote the book Tuck Everlasting?
- A.
  
  J. K. Rowling
- B.
  
  Gary Paulsen
- C.
  
  Laurence Yep
- D.
  
  Natalie Babbitt
Correct Answer
D. Natalie Babbitt

Explanation
Natalie Babbitt is the correct answer because she is the author of the book Tuck Everlasting.

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11.

Who does Winnie always talked to at the start of the book?
- A.
  
  Her grandmother
- B.
  
  The man in the yellow suit
- C.
  
  The toad
- D.
  
  Her mother
Correct Answer
C. The toad
12.

How old is Winnie?
- A.
  
  10 years old, almost 11 years old
- B.
  
  17 years old
- C.
  
  16 years old
- D.
  
  15 years old
Correct Answer
A. 10 years old, almost 11 years old

Explanation
The correct answer is 10 years old, almost 11 years old. This answer suggests that Winnie is currently 10 years old, but will be turning 11 soon.

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13.

What happened to Miles' family?
- A.
  
  His wife left him because he was not getting older; she thought he sold his soul to the devil.
- B.
  
  They saild to Europe.
- C.
  
  They drank the magic water.
- D.
  
  They were captured by Indians.
Correct Answer
A. His wife left him because he was not getting older; she thought he sold his soul to the devil.
14.

The man in yellow made a deal with Winnie's father. What was the deal?
- A.
  
  That the man in the yellow suit would kill the Tuck family when he found Winnie.
- B.
  
  That Mr. Foster would pay the man in the yellow suit $1,000,000.00 to find Winnie.
- C.
  
  That Mr. Foster would sign over his house to the man in the yellow suit.
- D.
  
  That Mr. Foster would sign over the woods and the man in the yellow suit would find Winnie and return her to the Fosters.
Correct Answer
D. That Mr. Foster would sign over the woods and the man in the yellow suit would find Winnie and return her to the Fosters.

Explanation
The correct answer is that Mr. Foster would sign over the woods and the man in the yellow suit would find Winnie and return her to the Fosters. This means that the man in the yellow suit made a deal with Winnie's father to gain ownership of the woods, and in return, he promised to locate Winnie and bring her back to her family.

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15.

Why did Mae Tuck go to Treegap every 10 years?
- A.
  
  To see her parents.
- B.
  
  To see her friends.
- C.
  
  To see her two sons.
- D.
  
  To buy supplies.
Correct Answer
C. To see her two sons.

Explanation
Mae Tuck went to Treegap every 10 years to see her two sons. This suggests that Mae Tuck had a special bond with her sons and wanted to maintain a connection with them. It also implies that there was something significant happening every 10 years that made it necessary for Mae to visit Treegap and see her sons during that time.

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16.

What did Winnie choose at the end?
- A.
  
  To live forever.
- B.
  
  To die naturally.
- C.
  
  To wait for Jesse return.
- D.
  
  To turn 17 and drink the water.
Correct Answer
B. To die naturally.

Explanation
Winnie chose to die naturally at the end. This decision implies that she values the natural cycle of life and death, rather than seeking immortality or waiting for someone's return. By choosing to embrace the natural course of life, Winnie shows acceptance and a desire to experience the full range of human existence.

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Trivia Questions On Tuck Everlasting Book! Quiz

What calmed Winnie down after the Tucks took her away?

Who didn't drink the magic water?

How did the Tucks prove to themselves that they wouldn’t ever change?

In the book, how old is Jesse?

Who saw the Tucks take Winnie away?

Where did Tuck take Winnie to tell her the whole story?

What does Tuck wish?

Who helped the Tucks get Mae Tuck out of the jail?

What did Winnie end up doing with the magic water that Jesse gave her?

Who wrote the book Tuck Everlasting?

Who does Winnie always talked to at the start of the book?

How old is Winnie?

What happened to Miles' family?

The man in yellow made a deal with Winnie's father. What was the deal?

Why did Mae Tuck go to Treegap every 10 years?

What did Winnie choose at the end?