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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through "The Baby Party".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Mrs. Markey say should be the consequence of Ede's behavior?
(a) She should be spanked.
(b) She should not be allowed to go to the next party.
(c) She should have to apologize to Billy.
(d) She should have to give Billy one of her toys.

2. What word best describes the narrator's tone toward modern parenting practices?
(a) Skeptical.
(b) Enthusiastic.
(c) Concerned.
(d) Confused.

3. How old is Ede when the story takes place?
(a) 2.
(b) 1 1/2.
(c) 2 1/2.
(d) 3.

4. When Edith tells Ede, on page 8, that she is a "bad girl," what does Ede do?
(a) Cries.
(b) Hides.
(c) Laughs.
(d) Shrugs.

5. How old is John Andros?
(a) 32.
(b) 38.
(c) 42.
(d) 48.

Short Answer Questions

1. To John Andros, what does Ede represent?

2. What is implied about the sudden end to the phone conversation between Edith and John when she tells him about the baby party?

3. What amuses John about the idea of the baby party?

4. Why is Edith eager for John to arrive at the Markeys' house?

5. What does John do to accommodate Edith's wishes?

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