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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book the First: Chapters 11-15.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What makes the Princess cry?
(a) Her father yells at Despereaux.
(b) Her father banishes Despereaux from the castle.
(c) Her father fears Despereaux.
(d) Her father condemns Despereaux to death.

2. Who does Despereaux recognize as one of the guards?
(a) His brother Furlough.
(b) His sister Merlot.
(c) His father.
(d) His uncle.

3. Other than ridiculous, how is love described in this tale?
(a) Purposeful and determined.
(b) Heartfelt and devoted.
(c) Joyful and illuminating.
(d) Wonderful and powerful.

4. What does Antoinette call out as Despereaux is led away?
(a) Take me.
(b) Be brave.
(c) Have mercy.
(d) Adieu (Farewell).

5. What does the threadmaster tell Despereaux to do?
(a) Be brave.
(b) Search for the leader.
(c) Find his way out.
(d) Wait for rescue.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does a piece of red string get tied around Despereaux's neck?

2. What does Despereaux believe his duty is?

3. What incredible thing happens when the Princess smiles at Despereaux?

4. What does Despereaux discover the sound to be?

5. Who is the first to find Despereaux in the dungeon?

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