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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8, University Days.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the name of Thurber's next door neighbors?
(a) The Bodwells.
(b) The Petersens.
(c) The Yearlys.
(d) The Regals.

2. What actor does Thurber talk about in this chapter six?
(a) Peter Nicholls.
(b) Lionel Barrymore.
(c) John Barrymore.
(d) Robert De Niro.

3. Where does Muggs go when Thurber punishes him?
(a) The cleaning cupboard.
(b) The parlor.
(c) The bookshelf.
(d) The fireplace mantelpiece.

4. What did Zenas die from?
(a) The chicken storm.
(b) The coconut blight.
(c) The chestnut blight.
(d) The dust bowl.

5. Which member of Thurber's family is a veteran of the Battle of Missionary Ridge?
(a) Uncle Jimmy.
(b) Uncle Horatio.
(c) Grandfather.
(d) Father.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Thurber do in this chapter when he is unable to sleep?

2. Which member of Vashti's love triangle proves to be imaginary?

3. Why does Kramer fear being hypnotized?

4. When is Muggs particularly nasty?

5. How does Thurber describe the stairs leading to the attic?

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