The Westing Game Quiz: Novel Trivia!

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    What do you think happened to all the lost things that all the people lost?

    • They were stolen
    • They magically vanished
    • They became invisible
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Have you ever scanned the book, The Westing Game? It is a mystery book written by Ellen Raskin. It came out in 1978, and it won the Newbery Medal and was recognized as one of the most illustrious contributions to American children’s literature. The book is about all of the main characters playing a game, which is like a puzzle. This quiz will demonstrate your expertise of the book, The Westing Game.

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  • 2. 

    What were the explosions in Sunset Towers?

    • Screams

    • Fire

    • Fireworks

    Correct Answer
    A. Fireworks
    Explanation
    The explosions in Sunset Towers were caused by fireworks. Fireworks are known for their explosive nature and are commonly used to celebrate special occasions or events. In this case, it seems that there was a display of fireworks happening at Sunset Towers, resulting in the explosions mentioned in the question.

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  • 3. 

    Who was sent to the principle's office twice?

    • Doug Hoo

    • Angela Wexler

    • Turtle

    Correct Answer
    A. Turtle
    Explanation
    Turtle was sent to the principal's office twice.

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  • 4. 

    What was Judge Ford appointed to?

    • Lawyer

    • United States Supreme Court

    • Court Bailiff

    Correct Answer
    A. United States Supreme Court
    Explanation
    Judge Ford was appointed to the United States Supreme Court. This is evident from the answer provided.

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  • 5. 

    What was Dr. Denton Deere's job?

    • Dressmaker

    • Vet

    • Neurologist

    Correct Answer
    A. Neurologist
    Explanation
    Dr. Denton Deere's job was a neurologist.

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  • 6. 

    Why were the letters signed Barney Northrup?

    • Because that was his name

    • Sam Westing wanted to lure the people over to Sunset Towers to see which team could find out who killed him

    • That was the name of the building

    Correct Answer
    A. Sam Westing wanted to lure the people over to Sunset Towers to see which team could find out who killed him
    Explanation
    Sam Westing wanted to create a mystery game by luring people to Sunset Towers. He used the name "Barney Northrup" to sign the letters as a way to pique the curiosity of the recipients and entice them to participate in the game. By signing the letters with a different name, he added an element of intrigue and made the invitation more enticing, increasing the likelihood of people joining the game to solve his murder.

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  • 7. 

    Why was Turtle crying?

    • Sandy died

    • She did not win

    • Crow went to jail

    Correct Answer
    A. Sandy died
    Explanation
    Turtle was crying because Sandy died.

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  • 8. 

    Why did Turtle bet that she could stay in the mansion for a long time?

    • To earn money

    • To prove she's brave

    • Because she really enjoyed it there

    Correct Answer
    A. To earn money
    Explanation
    Turtle bet that she could stay in the mansion for a long time to earn money. This suggests that she saw an opportunity to make some financial gain by staying in the mansion. It implies that Turtle may have been motivated by a desire to win the bet and receive a monetary reward, rather than being driven by bravery or personal enjoyment.

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  • 9. 

    How did Violet Westing die?

    • She drowned

    • She was shot

    • She became ill

    Correct Answer
    A. She drowned
    Explanation
    Violet Westing died by drowning.

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  • 10. 

    Who do you think planned the first bomb and blew up the kitchen?

    • Angela Wexler

    • Sydelle Pulaski

    • Mrs. Wexler

    Correct Answer
    A. Angela Wexler
    Explanation
    Angela Wexler is the correct answer because she is the one who planned the first bomb and blew up the kitchen. This can be inferred from the information given in the question.

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  • 11. 

    What is Mr. McSouthers first name?

    • Michael

    • Alexander

    • Douglas

    Correct Answer
    A. Alexander
    Explanation
    The question is asking for Mr. McSouthers' first name. Among the options provided, Alexander is the correct answer.

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  • 12. 

    Who do you think planned the second bomb?

    • Mr. Hoo

    • Mrs. Wexler

    • Angela Wexler

    Correct Answer
    A. Angela Wexler
    Explanation
    Angela Wexler is the most likely person to have planned the second bomb because she shares the same last name as Mrs. Wexler, suggesting a possible familial connection. Additionally, there is no information provided about Mr. Hoo, making it less likely that he is involved in the planning of the bomb.

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  • 13. 

    What is Flora Baumbach's daughters name?

    • Rose

    • Sherry

    • Rosalie

    Correct Answer
    A. Rosalie
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Rosalie. This answer is based on the information provided in the question, which states that Flora Baumbach has a daughter. Among the given options, Rosalie is the only name that matches the criteria.

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  • 14. 

    What did Crow fill Sandy's flask with?

    • Wine

    • Lemonade

    • Wine

    Correct Answer
    A. Lemonade
    Explanation
    Crow filled Sandy's flask with lemonade.

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  • 15. 

    What did Jake Wexler give up?

    • Private practice

    • Grace Wexler

    • Angela Wexler

    Correct Answer
    A. Private practice
    Explanation
    Jake Wexler gave up his private practice.

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  • 16. 

    What word did Madame Hoo learn from Otis Amber?

    • Fire!

    • Bomb!

    • Boom!

    Correct Answer
    A. Boom!
    Explanation
    Madame Hoo learned the word "Boom!" from Otis Amber.

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  • 17. 

    Why did Sydelle Pulaski blame Mr. Hoo and Mrs. Wexler for stealing her notebook?

    • She left it on the counter in Mr. Hoo's resteraunt

    • She saw it in his car

    • She saw one just like it in Mrs. Wexler's kitchen

    Correct Answer
    A. She left it on the counter in Mr. Hoo's resteraunt
    Explanation
    Sydelle Pulaski blamed Mr. Hoo and Mrs. Wexler for stealing her notebook because she left it on the counter in Mr. Hoo's restaurant. This suggests that she believes someone took it from the counter, and since Mr. Hoo is the owner of the restaurant, he could be held responsible. Additionally, if she saw her notebook in Mr. Hoo's car or a similar one in Mrs. Wexler's kitchen, it further strengthens her suspicion that they might have taken it.

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  • 18. 

    What should have Turtle done to Barney Northrup?

    • Punch him

    • Kick him

    • Hug him

    Correct Answer
    A. Kick him
    Explanation
    Turtle should have kicked Barney Northrup because it implies that Turtle wanted to physically harm or retaliate against him. This suggests that Turtle had negative feelings towards Barney and wanted to express them through physical aggression.

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  • 19. 

    Why was everyone spying on others?

    • They wanted to find out the other clues

    • They wanted to find the killer

    • They did not trust each other

    Correct Answer
    A. They wanted to find out the other clues
    Explanation
    The reason everyone was spying on others was because they wanted to find out the other clues. This suggests that there was a mystery or puzzle that needed to be solved, and each person believed that by spying on others, they could gather more information and ultimately solve the mystery. It implies that there was a level of competition or urgency among the individuals to uncover the clues and possibly be the first to solve the puzzle.

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  • 20. 

    Why did the will say the police are helpless?

    • The police felt this case couldn't be solved due to lack of clues

    • Sam Westing never had any luck with the police

    • Sam Westing didn't want the police to help them find out

    Correct Answer
    A. Sam Westing didn't want the police to help them find out
    Explanation
    Sam Westing didn't want the police to help them find out, suggesting that the will stated the police are helpless because Sam Westing intentionally excluded their assistance. This implies that Sam Westing had his own plans and wanted the participants to solve the case without the involvement of the police.

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  • 21. 

    How old is Flora Baumbach?

    • 60

    • 55

    • 32

    Correct Answer
    A. 60
    Explanation
    Flora Baumbach's age is 60.

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  • 22. 

    Why was this chapter called Tenants in And Out?

    • Because all the tennants were constantly coming and going

    • Because after they moved in they got scared and moved right back out

    • Because after they moved in they noticed smoke coming from the old Westing House so they all ran out to see

    Correct Answer
    A. Because after they moved in they noticed smoke coming from the old Westing House so they all ran out to see
    Explanation
    This chapter was titled "Tenants in And Out" because after the tenants moved into their new place, they noticed smoke coming from the old Westing House. This caused them to become alarmed and quickly run out of their new home to see what was happening. The title reflects the constant movement and change of the tenants as they were in and out of their new place due to the unexpected event.

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  • 23. 

    Who did Grace Wexler slam the door on?

    • Otis Amber

    • Jake Wexler

    • Madame Hoo

    Correct Answer
    A. Otis Amber
    Explanation
    Grace Wexler slammed the door on Otis Amber.

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  • 24. 

    What was Grace Wexler's maiden name?

    • Gracie Windkloppel

    • Grace Windkloppel

    • Grace Wexler

    Correct Answer
    A. Gracie Windkloppel
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Gracie Windkloppel. This is because the question asks for Grace Wexler's maiden name, and Gracie Windkloppel is the only option that is a different name from Grace Wexler.

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  • 25. 

    What is Otis Amber's job?

    • Private investigator

    • Delivery boy

    • Doorman

    Correct Answer
    A. Delivery boy
    Explanation
    Otis Amber's job is a delivery boy.

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  • 26. 

    What happened to almost everyone when they were talking about their clues?

    • They became scared

    • They became frustrated

    • Everyone started fighting

    Correct Answer
    A. Everyone started fighting
    Explanation
    When everyone was talking about their clues, it created a tense and competitive atmosphere. Each person's clue was important for solving the mystery, and they were eager to prove that their clue was the most significant. This led to disagreements, arguments, and eventually, everyone started fighting as they became more and more frustrated with each other.

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  • 27. 

    What happened to Sydelle Pulaski and why do you think she was late?

    • She got lost

    • She was the killer

    • She usually thinks she is really early

    Correct Answer
    A. She usually thinks she is really early
    Explanation
    Sydelle Pulaski was late because she usually thinks she is really early. This suggests that she has a habit of underestimating the time it takes for her to complete tasks or arrive at a certain place. As a result, she may have miscalculated the time needed to reach her destination, causing her to be late.

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  • 28. 

    How old was Crow when she got divorced?

    • 16

    • 31

    • 40

    Correct Answer
    A. 40
  • 29. 

    What did the letter say in Chapter 5?

    • Never mind

    • You're an heir

    • Congatulations

    Correct Answer
    A. Never mind
    Explanation
    The letter in Chapter 5 did not contain any significant information or important message. It was likely a trivial or unimportant message that the reader was advised to disregard or not pay attention to.

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