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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Down at the Dinghy.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the narrator see floating in the wind when he gets off the Chief's vehicle to walk home?
(a) A piece of red tissue paper.
(b) A red mask.
(c) A red hat.
(d) A red veil.

2. Who is John Gedsudski?
(a) A student.
(b) The main character.
(c) A parent.
(d) The chief.

3. Why does Seymour get angry with the woman in the elevator as he goes back to his room after the beach?
(a) She is looking at his feet.
(b) She is taking up too much room.
(c) She is pushing Seymour to get out of the elevator.
(d) She is talking loudly.

4. How is Seymour pushing Sybil in the water?
(a) With the help of water wings.
(b) On a float.
(c) She's swimming on her own.
(d) With his hands.

5. What is one of the Chief's most coveted skills?
(a) Driving.
(b) Piano playing.
(c) Football.
(d) First aid.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does The Laughing Man speak to in the forest?

2. Who wins the race back to the house at the end of the story, Down at the Dinghy?

3. Who kidnaps The Laughing Man?

4. How much does Ginnie say Selena owes her?

5. Who is Boo Boo Tannenbaum?

(see the answer key)

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