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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3, The Day the Dam Broke.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Mallory confuse with the sound of rushing waters?
(a) Rolling skates.
(b) Laughter.
(c) Drums.
(d) A child's scream.

2. What part of Columbus is under water?
(a) The Main Street.
(b) Amsterdam Avenue.
(c) East of High Street.
(d) West of High Street.

3. What kind of car do the family own?
(a) A station wagon.
(b) An REO.
(c) A mini.
(d) A cadillac.

4. What does Herman sometimes do in his sleep?
(a) Hiccup.
(b) Laugh.
(c) Gurgle.
(d) Sing.

5. Which member of the Thurber family usually sleeps in the attic?
(a) Grandfather.
(b) James.
(c) Peter.
(d) Grandmother.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Thurber say Old Aunt Melissa Beal can whistle like?

2. Why did Thurber's father decide to sleep in the attic?

3. What do the Columbus believe has broken?

4. What is the title of this chapter?

5. Why does Aunt Melissa think she is destined to die on South High Street?

(see the answer key)

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