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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters from Preface - 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 1, what does the reader learn about how Dad strived to please his family?
(a) He often brought them surprises and gifts.
(b) He always came home from work on time.
(c) He cooked elaborate dinners.
(d) He took them out for ice cream every evening after dinner.

2. What does Chapter 3 demonstrate about Dad's relationship with Mother?
(a) Mother always supported Dad, even if she didn't like something he was doing.
(b) Dad did not respect Mother, because their points of view were so different.
(c) Dad respected Mother, and yielded to her wishes when she asserted herself.
(d) Dad and Mother disagreed often.

3. The Preface provides a glimpse into which dynamics of the Gilbreth household?
(a) Constant disorder and misbehavior.
(b) Shared responsibility for their dozens of pets.
(c) Interactions with grandparents and beloved staff.
(d) Children frequently tattling on one another.

4. What comment did one woman in particular make about the children?
(a) The children were probably greedy and undisciplined.
(b) The children appeared to be very well-behaved.
(c) The children looked hungry.
(d) The poor children looked adorable in their uniforms.

5. Why did Dad name their first car "Foolish Carriage"?
(a) He thought it was a foolish invention.
(b) He thought he looked foolish in it.
(c) He thought it was foolish to own a car when he had so many children.
(d) He didn't think he should purchase it, but he needed it for his large family.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who was permitted to sit in the front seat for their big family outing?

2. How did Dad include his family in his work schedule?

3. What practical joke did Dad often play on the children?

4. Which of the following was true about Dad's driving?

5. Whom did Dad pretend to be after a woman commented about the children?

(see the answer key)

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