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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After they leave the Markeys' house, why does John watch to make sure that Edith has reached their own walkway?
(a) He does not want her to overhear what he is about to say to Joe.
(b) He is concerned that she will get into another argument with Mrs. Markey.
(c) He wants his daughter to get out of the cold December air.
(d) He wants her safely out of the way before he and Joe fight.

2. John enjoys hearing Ede's "non sequiturs" (3). What does this describe in his daughter's speech?
(a) Ideas that are more emotional than rational.
(b) Ideas that have no logical connection.
(c) Ideas that are more fantasy than reality.
(d) Ideas that flow continuously without waiting for a response.

3. What are the children doing when Edith and Ede arrive at the party?
(a) Watching a magician.
(b) Dancing.
(c) Playing a game.
(d) Eating candy.

4. Besides "rude," what does Edith call Mrs. Markey on page 10?
(a) "Fool."
(b) "Snippy."
(c) "Common."
(d) "Fat."

5. What word does Mrs. Markey use on page 9 that infuriates Edith?
(a) "Brat."
(b) "Goblin."
(c) "Spoiled."
(d) "Monster."

Short Answer Questions

1. What interrupts Edith's thoughts about John as the party is winding down?

2. What word does the narrator use on page 3 to describe the moments that John spends on the phone with Ede?

3. What does Ede do right after Mrs. Markey says that she does not find the situation funny?

4. What does the narrator say, on page 6, is the "real business of the afternoon"?

5. What does Ede do when Billy tries to get his toy back from her?

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