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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 2: Chapters Three and Four.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At the beginning of Chapter Four, why is Linus so tired when he gets on the train?
(a) He was up all night trying to capture Calliope and get her into her crate.
(b) He had to stay up all night catching up on reports.
(c) He did not sleep well the night before because of his nervousness.
(d) He missed the bus and had to walk all the way to the train.

2. Besides the violet in Ms. Chapelwhite's eyes, what is another clue that tells Linus what she really is?
(a) Her bare feet.
(b) Her teeth.
(c) Her ears.
(d) Her height.

3. When is the only time that Linus generally sees Extremely Upper Management?
(a) In their photographs in the lobby.
(b) In the elevator.
(c) At the holiday luncheon.
(d) At the company picnic.

4. On page 14, when Linus tells the master that he is focused on the well-being of children, what is her reply?
(a) "They never stay as children, Mr. Baker. They always grow up eventually."
(b) "I don't think you understand your job as well as you think you do, Mr, Baker."
(c) "The government has no right to regulate children, Mr. Baker."
(d) "And who, Mr. Baker, should be in charge of looking after your well-being?"

5. What does the train attendant tell Linus about his destination?
(a) It has never rained in Marsyas.
(b) Few people want to go there.
(c) It is even more beautiful than he imagines.
(d) Linus should be very careful in the village.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Extremely Upper Management suggest Linus do with Calliope while he is working away from home for a month?

2. Who tells Linus that "The Department in Charge of Magical Youth is a farce" (58)?

3. What is the name of the master of the orphanage at Marsyas Island?

4. What is Gunther's job?

5. What magical power does Daisy have?

(see the answer key)

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