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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8 - A Talk at Home.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How is Wilbur mistaken about Charlotte at the end of Chapter 5?
(a) He thinks she will be able to rid the farmyard entirely of bugs.
(b) He thinks she is only bold and cruel, but actually she has a kind heart.
(c) He thinks he can trust her, but she will hurt and betray him.
(d) He thinks she is silly and beneath his notice.

2. Which of the following is not someone bothered by flies?
(a) Mr. and Mrs. Zuckerman are not bothered.
(b) The sheep are not bothered.
(c) The cows are not bothered.
(d) Fern is not bothered.

3. Who is Dr. Dorian?
(a) Fern's family doctor.
(b) A professor who studies talking animals.
(c) The farmyard vet.
(d) The local minister.

4. Why is Mr. Arable going to kill one of the pigs?
(a) It has been attacking the other pigs.
(b) He wants to sell the meat at market.
(c) He wants to cook it for breakfast.
(d) It is the runt of the litter.

5. Why does Mrs. Arable think having Wilbur go live with the Zuckermans is a good idea?
(a) Mrs. Arable thinks it is a terrible idea.
(b) Fern can walk down the road and visit Wilbur as often as she likes.
(c) Once Wilbur is sent away, Fern will forget all about him.
(d) They will promise not to kill him.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the old sheep say happens to young pigs around Christmas time?

2. According to the owner of the voice Wilbur hears at the end of Chapter 4, when will Wilbur see him/her?

3. According to the author, when is a time when it is hard to sleep?

4. How does Mrs. Arable respond to the idea of Fern believing that animals can talk?

5. What does Charlotte promise Wilbur at the end of Chapter 7?

(see the answer key)

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