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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part I (Chapters 1 - 4).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is it difficult for Cyril Conroy to go up and down stairs in Chapter 4?
(a) He uses crutches.
(b) He has a bad back.
(c) He has broken his ankle.
(d) He has a bad knee.

2. Which neighborhood is the Dutch House located in?
(a) The Peaceful Hills.
(b) Harmony Ridge.
(c) Camelot Drive.
(d) Elkins Park.

3. In Chapter 1, what does Danny believe that Andrea's reaction to meeting him and Maeve the first time was?
(a) Her face fell.
(b) She ignored them.
(c) She embraced them.
(d) Her face lit up.

4. In Chapter 2, where does Danny go with his father every Saturday?
(a) To shop for food.
(b) To collect the rent.
(c) To volunteer at Habitat for Humanity.
(d) To gamble.

5. Which neighbor do Maeve and Danny see when they park at the Dutch House in Chapter 5?
(a) Mrs. Buchsbaum.
(b) Jocelyn.
(c) Mr. Norcross.
(d) Sandy.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Maeve's father tell her after she becomes very ill with diabetes?

2. What animals were infesting the Dutch House when Danny's family moved in?

3. What did Danny's nanny do to hurt him when he was four years old?

4. What is the main feature of Maeve's bedroom in the Dutch House?

5. What was odd about the kitchen in the Dutch House in Danny's opinion?

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