1.
What was so unsual about Sunset Towers?
Correct Answer
C. It faces east(instead of west) and contains no towers
Explanation
Sunset Towers is unusual because it faces east instead of the usual west direction and does not have any towers, despite its name. This deviation from the norm makes it stand out and adds to its uniqueness.
2.
Describe Barney Northrup.
Correct Answer
A. Middle-aged; slick black mustache and buckteeth. Wears expensive clothing.
Explanation
Barney Northrup is described as middle-aged with a slick black mustache and buckteeth. He is also known for wearing expensive clothing.
3.
What was Chris's hobby?
Correct Answer
B. Using his binoculars to bird-watch
Explanation
Chris's hobby was using his binoculars to bird-watch. This means that he enjoyed observing and studying birds using binoculars as a way to enhance his experience. This hobby suggests that Chris had an interest in nature and the behavior of birds.
4.
What happened to Turtle in the Westing house on the night of the dare?
Correct Answer
C. She found Sam Westing's dead body in his bed and she ran, dropping everything she was holding.
Explanation
Turtle encountered a shocking and terrifying sight when she discovered Sam Westing's lifeless body in his bed. This unexpected and gruesome discovery startled her to the point where she became overwhelmed with fear and dropped everything she was holding, fleeing from the scene.
5.
What was Turtle's real name?
Correct Answer
C. Tabitha-Ruth Wexler
Explanation
The correct answer is Tabitha-Ruth Wexler. This can be inferred from the question which asks for Turtle's real name. Among the given options, Tabitha-Ruth Wexler is the only name that fits the criteria.
6.
Where did the first bomb set off?
Correct Answer
B. In the Theodorakis Coffee Shop when all the heirs had met for a meeting.
Explanation
The correct answer is "In the Theodorakis Coffee Shop when all the heirs had met for a meeting." This answer is supported by the information provided in the question, which states that the bomb was set off during a meeting of all the heirs at the coffee shop. The other options mentioned in the question are not relevant to the location of the first bomb explosion.
7.
Why did Grace make Jake eat the first piece of candy that was in the gift box he sent her?
Correct Answer
B. She wanted to make sure it was not poisoned .
Explanation
Grace made Jake eat the first piece of candy that was in the gift box he sent her because she wanted to make sure it was not poisoned.
8.
Judge Ford always defeated Sam Westing at chess and never lost (not even once).
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
The statement says that Judge Ford always defeated Sam Westing at chess and never lost. However, the answer is "False." This means that the statement is not true. Therefore, it can be concluded that Judge Ford did not always defeat Sam Westing at chess and may have lost at least once.
9.
Which tenant was the mistake?
Correct Answer
B. Sydelle Pulaski
Explanation
The question is asking which tenant made a mistake. Since there is no further context provided, it is unclear what type of mistake is being referred to. Therefore, without more information, it is not possible to determine the specific mistake made by Sydelle Pulaski.
10.
Turtle kicked people who pulled her braid because she believed that her braid was the only way she could connect with her mother, which is why her braid is her "crutch".
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
The explanation for the given correct answer is that Turtle kicked people who pulled her braid because she believed that her braid was the only way she could connect with her mother. This suggests that her braid holds a significant emotional value for her and serves as a symbol of her relationship with her mother. Therefore, her braid can be seen as her "crutch" or a source of emotional support for her.
11.
Why was Mr.Hoo angry with Sam Westing?
Correct Answer
B. Sam stole his invention: Disposable Paper Diaper
Explanation
Mr. Hoo was angry with Sam Westing because Sam stole his invention, the Disposable Paper Diaper. This suggests that Mr. Hoo had created and patented the Disposable Paper Diaper, but Sam took credit for it and potentially profited from it without giving Mr. Hoo any recognition or compensation. This would understandably cause Mr. Hoo to feel betrayed and angry towards Sam.
12.
Who was the one that made up the story about Sam Westing's corpse rotting on an Oriental rug in his estate?
Correct Answer
A. Sandy
Explanation
Sandy is the one who made up the story about Sam Westing's corpse rotting on an Oriental rug in his estate.
13.
Who was the limper that went inside the Westing Estate and was seen by Chris?
Correct Answer
A. Dr Sydney Skies/Dr Skies
14.
Who was the answer to the Westing Game?
Correct Answer
C. Julian R. Eastman
Explanation
In "The Westing Game," a mystery novel by Ellen Raskin, the characters compete to inherit Samuel W. Westing’s fortune by solving clues he left behind. Julian R. Eastman is revealed to be one of Samuel W. Westing’s many disguises, including Sandy McSouthers, Barney Northrup, and Sam Westing himself. Eastman is the final identity Westing assumes, living as the chairman of Westing Paper Products Corporation.
15.
Sandy had _____ children.
Correct Answer
6
six
Six
Explanation
Sandy had a total of six children. The answer can be written as "6", "six", or "Six".
16.
Sunset Towers was located on the Lake______ shore.
Correct Answer
Michigan
michigan
Explanation
The correct answer is Michigan. Sunset Towers was located on the shore of Lake Michigan.