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    Who is Sal and Phoebe's English teacher and Margaret cadaver's twin brother?

    • Ben
    • Mr. Birkway
    • Sergeant Bickle
    • Mike
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  • 2. 

    How do Phoebe and Sal react to the messages left on Phoebe's doorstep?

    • The messages confuse and frighten them at first, but later begin to make sense to them.

    • The girls think the messages are nonsense.

    • The girls think the messages are interesting and look forward to the next one.

    • They cannot understand the messages and want to ask their English teacher to explain them in class.

    Correct Answer
    A. The messages confuse and frighten them at first, but later begin to make sense to them.
    Explanation
    The answer states that Phoebe and Sal are initially confused and frightened by the messages left on Phoebe's doorstep. However, as they continue to receive more messages, they start to understand and make sense of them. This suggests that their initial reaction of confusion and fear eventually transforms into comprehension and clarity.

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  • 3. 

    Why do Sal and Phoebe decide to visit the lunatic at his college?

    • Phoebe saw his picture on Sergeant Bickle's desk and thought he was cute.

    • A note on Phoebe's doorstep told them to.

    • They are convinced that he has something to do with Mrs. Winterbottom's disappearance.

    • Mr. Birkway suggested they do so.

    Correct Answer
    A. They are convinced that he has something to do with Mrs. Winterbottom's disappearance.
    Explanation
    Sal and Phoebe decide to visit the lunatic at his college because they are convinced that he has something to do with Mrs. Winterbottom's disappearance. This suggests that they believe the lunatic may have information or involvement in the mysterious disappearance, leading them to seek him out for answers or clues.

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  • 4. 

    Sal and Phoebe visit the university in order to

    • Spy on Ben.

    • Confront he lunatic.

    • Find Mr. Winterbottom.

    • Do some research for Mr. Birkway.

    Correct Answer
    A. Confront he lunatic.
  • 5. 

    How does Mrs. Partridge tell people's ages?

    • By looking closely at their faces.

    • By feeling their faces with her hands.

    • By listening to the timbre of their voices.

    • By looking closely at their hands.

    Correct Answer
    A. By feeling their faces with her hands.
    Explanation
    Mrs. Partridge tells people's ages by feeling their faces with her hands. This implies that she relies on tactile sensations to determine the age of individuals. By touching their faces, she may be able to detect subtle changes in skin texture, wrinkles, or other physical characteristics that can provide clues about a person's age. This method suggests that Mrs. Partridge has developed a keen sense of touch and observation to accurately estimate people's ages.

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  • 6. 

    What happened to Sal's grandmother in South Dakota that causes her to go to the hospital?

    • She is in a car accident.

    • She is bitten by a snake.

    • She has a heart attack.

    • She is bitten by a dog.

    Correct Answer
    A. She is bitten by a snake.
    Explanation
    Sal's grandmother went to the hospital because she was bitten by a snake in South Dakota.

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  • 7. 

    Why does Mrs. Winterbottom sniffle and cry so much?

    • She is allergic to their dog.

    • She suspects that her husband wants a divorce.

    • She feels that she leads an insignificant life.

    • She is worried about Prudence.

    Correct Answer
    A. She feels that she leads an insignificant life.
    Explanation
    Mrs. Winterbottom sniffles and cries so much because she feels that she leads an insignificant life. This suggests that she may be feeling unimportant or undervalued in her daily life, which could be causing her emotional distress. It is possible that she is seeking validation or a sense of purpose, leading to her emotional reactions.

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  • 8. 

    Why does Phoebe initially think her mother was kidnapped?

    • The evidence is impossible to ignore.

    • She knows her mother is easy to trick.

    • Because she suspects her father is hiding something from her.

    • Because she cannot accept the possibility that her mother would leave her under normal circumstances.

    Correct Answer
    A. Because she cannot accept the possibility that her mother would leave her under normal circumstances.
    Explanation
    Phoebe initially thinks her mother was kidnapped because she cannot accept the possibility that her mother would leave her under normal circumstances. This suggests that Phoebe has a strong bond with her mother and believes that her mother would not willingly leave her without a valid reason. This belief leads her to suspect that something must have happened to her mother, such as being kidnapped, rather than her mother leaving voluntarily.

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  • 9. 

    What does Sal learn about Mrs. Cadaver's husband that changes her attitude toward Mrs. Cadaver?

    • He was bitten by a snake.

    • He left Mrs. Cadaver.

    • He died.

    • He lives in Bybanks.

    Correct Answer
    A. He died.
    Explanation
    Sal learns that Mrs. Cadaver's husband has passed away, which causes a shift in her attitude towards Mrs. Cadaver. This revelation likely evokes sympathy and understanding from Sal, as she now understands the pain and grief that Mrs. Cadaver has experienced due to her husband's death. This new knowledge could lead to a deeper connection and empathy between Sal and Mrs. Cadaver, resulting in a change in Sal's attitude towards her.

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  • 10. 

    Whose picture does Sal see on Sergeant Bickle's desk?

    • Margaret Cadaver's

    • Her mother's

    • Ben's

    • The lunatic's

    Correct Answer
    A. The lunatic's
    Explanation
    Sal sees a picture of the lunatic on Sergeant Bickle's desk.

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  • 11. 

    Before Sal reaches her destination, Gram dies from a

    • Stroke.

    • Snake bite.

    • Car accident.

    • Heart attack.

    Correct Answer
    A. Stroke.
    Explanation
    The given answer, stroke, is the most appropriate explanation for Gram's death before Sal reaches her destination. A stroke occurs when there is a disruption in the blood supply to the brain, leading to the death of brain cells. This sudden event can be fatal and can happen unexpectedly, causing immediate death. In this case, Gram's death from a stroke indicates that she experienced a sudden and severe health issue, resulting in her untimely demise.

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  • 12. 

    What makes Mr. Birkway stop reading from the student's journals?

    • He reads Phoebe's journal entry and realizes she is writing about his sister.

    • He notices that the students are teasing the person from whose journal he is reading.

    • He becomes upset when one student complains about English class in her journal.

    • Phoebe begs him to stop.

    Correct Answer
    A. He reads Phoebe's journal entry and realizes she is writing about his sister.
    Explanation
    Mr. Birkway stops reading from the student's journals because he reads Phoebe's journal entry and realizes she is writing about his sister. This suggests that he may have a personal connection or emotional attachment to the subject matter, making him uncomfortable or unwilling to continue reading aloud.

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  • 13. 

    The first message, "Don't judge a man until you've walked two moons in his moccasins," means 

    • You need to wear a new pair of shoes for at least two days.

    • You cannot judge a man until you have known him for two days.

    • You shouldn't judge people until they have been in their shoes.

    • You shouldn't gossip.

    Correct Answer
    A. You shouldn't judge people until they have been in their shoes.
    Explanation
    The phrase "Don't judge a man until you've walked two moons in his moccasins" is a metaphorical statement that emphasizes the importance of empathy and understanding before passing judgment on someone. It suggests that one cannot truly understand another person's experiences, challenges, and perspectives until they have experienced them firsthand. Therefore, it is unfair and unjust to judge someone without having a deep understanding of their circumstances. This answer captures the essence of the metaphor and conveys the message accurately.

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  • 14. 

    Why does Sal resent Margaret Cadaver?

    • Because Phoebe has told her that Mrs. Cadaver is a murderer.

    • Because Mrs. Cadaver is her English teacher's sister.

    • Because Mrs. Cadaver survived the crash that killed her mother.

    • Because she is afraid her father is falling in love with Mrs. Cadaver.

    Correct Answer
    A. Because she is afraid her father is falling in love with Mrs. Cadaver.
    Explanation
    Sal resents Margaret Cadaver because she is afraid that her father is falling in love with her. This suggests that Sal is feeling threatened and jealous, as she may fear that her father's attention and affection will shift away from her and towards Mrs. Cadaver. This resentment is likely fueled by Sal's emotional attachment to her father and her desire for his love and attention.

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  • 15. 

    What does Sal notice about Phoebe's parents that reminds her of the Pickfords, her mother's parents?

    • Both the Pickfords and the Winterbottoms are very polite and proper.

    • Both the Pickfords and the Winterbottoms eat healthy.

    • They both are very talkative at the dinner table.

    • They both show one another a lot of affection.

    Correct Answer
    A. Both the Pickfords and the Winterbottoms are very polite and proper.
    Explanation
    Sal notices that both the Pickfords and the Winterbottoms are very polite and proper. This suggests that Sal sees similarities in the behavior and manners of Phoebe's parents and her own grandparents, the Pickfords. This observation implies that both families value and prioritize politeness and proper behavior in their interactions.

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  • 16. 

    On the roof of Mary Lou's garage Sal sees Mary Lou's parents kissing.  Why does she say, "It made me feel peculiar?"

    • She is reminded of her own parents.

    • Seeing people kiss makes Sal feel uncomfortable.

    • Being on the garage Sal was afraid of heights.

    • Sal had never seen two people kiss before.

    Correct Answer
    A. She is reminded of her own parents.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "She is reminded of her own parents." This explanation suggests that seeing Mary Lou's parents kissing triggered a specific emotional response in Sal because it reminded her of her own parents. This connection to her own family made her feel peculiar, likely due to a mix of emotions and memories that were evoked by witnessing the affection between Mary Lou's parents.

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  • 17. 

    Sal visits all of the following places with grams and gramps, EXCEPT

    • Mount Rushmore

    • Yellowstone National Park

    • The Black Hills

    • Hoover Dam

    Correct Answer
    A. Hoover Dam
    Explanation
    Sal visits all of the given places with grams and gramps except for Hoover Dam.

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  • 18. 

    How did Sal's mother and Mrs. Cadaver meet?

    • Mrs. Cadaver was the nurse on duty in the emergency room the night of the bus accident.

    • Mrs. Cadaver and Sal's mother sat next to each other on the bus trip and became friends.

    • Sal's mother stopped in Euclid on her way to Lewiston, Idaho.

    • Mrs. Cadaver used to live in Bybanks.

    Correct Answer
    A. Mrs. Cadaver and Sal's mother sat next to each other on the bus trip and became friends.
    Explanation
    Mrs. Cadaver and Sal's mother met when they sat next to each other on the bus trip and became friends.

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  • 19. 

    What did Sal's dog, Moody Blue, do with her puppies when they were about six weeks old?

    • Moody Blue pushed her puppies away so that they would become independent.

    • Moody Blue refused to feed the puppies because she did not like them.

    • Moody Blue abandoned the puppies.

    • Moody Blue was very protective and would not let anyone ouch the puppies.

    Correct Answer
    A. Moody Blue pushed her puppies away so that they would become independent.
    Explanation
    Moody Blue pushed her puppies away so that they would become independent. This behavior is common among many animal species, as it helps the puppies learn to fend for themselves and develop necessary survival skills. By pushing them away, Moody Blue is encouraging them to explore their surroundings, interact with their littermates, and become less dependent on her for care and protection. This is a natural part of the puppies' development and allows them to grow into well-adjusted adult dogs.

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  • 20. 

    What does Mr. Winterbottom do that Sal thinks is noble when his wife returns with Mike?

    • Mr. Winterbottom smiles.

    • Mr. Winterbottom shakes Mike's hand and welcomes him to the family as his son.

    • Mr. Winterbottom asks Mike to stay for dinner.

    • Mr. Winterbottom throws Mike a welcome home party.

    Correct Answer
    A. Mr. Winterbottom shakes Mike's hand and welcomes him to the family as his son.
    Explanation
    Mr. Winterbottom's action of shaking Mike's hand and welcoming him to the family as his son is considered noble by Sal. This suggests that Sal believes it is admirable for Mr. Winterbottom to accept Mike into the family with open arms and treat him as if he were his own son. This action demonstrates kindness, acceptance, and a sense of inclusion, which Sal perceives as noble.

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