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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Second Bomb: Chapter 13.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was used as a fuse for the bomb set in Hoo's restaurant?
(a) A rolled up newspaper.
(b) A candle wick.
(c) One of Turtle's timed candles.
(d) A roll of rags.

2. Why couldn't the thief read the shorthand notes after they were stolen?
(a) No one can read shorthand.
(b) The note's author couldn't really write shorthand, but was pretending.
(c) They were written in Polish.
(d) They were written in magic disappearing ink.

3. Angela showed her affection for her sister in what way?
(a) She always agreed with whatever her sister wanted.
(b) She offered to hem her costume for her.
(c) She encouraged Turtle in her wild schemes.
(d) All of these answers are correct.

4. Why did Mr. Hoo decide to stay as a guest for the party he was also catering?
(a) He was made to feel very welcome by Mrs. Wexler.
(b) Turtle begged him and he could never refuse her.
(c) He realized there would be talk of the clues.
(d) His son was going to be honored for winning a medal.

5. Why did Angela hesitate to call the fire department?
(a) She couldn't find the phone.
(b) They were snowbound and she knew the fire department couldn't get through.
(c) She wanted the restaurant to burn.
(d) She wasn't sure there was a fire.

Short Answer Questions

1. What happened to Westing, according to the parties gathered outside Westing House?

2. What made Chris so happy about the new seating arrangement that resulted in mixing up partners?

3. How long did it take for all the apartments and offices in the Sunset Towers to be rented out?

4. How did Mrs. Sydelle get hurt?

5. How did Judge Ford describe Mrs. Wexler?

(see the answer key)

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