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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which word best describes what both Jamie and Claudia hope to find in New York City?
(a) Riches
(b) Friends
(c) Success
(d) Adventure

2. Which of the following is the best definition for will as it is used in this prologue?
(a) Willpower
(b) Determination
(c) Wants
(d) Desires upon death

3. Which of the following items do Claudia and Jamie NOT leave up front in the museum?
(a) Claudia's jacket
(b) Book Bags
(c) Instrument cases
(d) Money

4. Where do Claudia and Jamie meet after they are sure no one is still in the museum?
(a) The snack bar
(b) Back by the front door
(c) Their
(d) The bathroom

5. Which of the following is the best definition for a prologue?
(a) A short chapter at the beginning of a novel/story
(b) A short journey throughout a novel/story
(c) The viewpoint of the protangonist
(d) A short chapter at the end of a novel/story

Short Answer Questions

1. Where are Claudia and Jamie heading once they get off of the bus?

2. What does Claudia make Jamie promise to do once he has read her plan?

3. What is Jamie's first decision as treasurer?

4. Which of the following literary devices describes the main character?

5. What was the main staple of food the children spent their own money on?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is Claudia protesting by running away?

2. What is Mrs. Frankweiler sending to her attorney?

3. Why does Claudia believe she has to do the majority of the household chores?

4. Why does the money make so much noise in Jamie's pocket?

5. Why do Claudia and Jamie wait for awhile before coming up out of their hiding places?

6. Describe Claudia's plan for hiding out in the museum.

7. Explain why it is important for Claudia and Jamie to hide their belongings each morning.

8. How do the children acquire many of their lunches?

9. What is the content of the letter Mrs. Frankweiler is sending?

10. How is Claudia's desire to run away untraditional?

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