Boxcar Children - Mystery Of The Hidden Picture

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1. When Mrs. Newton returned the necklace, grandfather gave it to _________________.

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Based on the information given in the question, when Mrs. Newton returned the necklace, it was given to Jessie by the grandfather.

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In their hunt for their grandma`s necklace that has been missing for years our favorite siblings discover a mysterious picture that sets off a chain of events. Below is a 20-question quiz on the boxcar children the mystery of the hidden picture. Give it a try and refresh your memory... see moreof the book. see less

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2. Mrs. Newton feels really bad for keeping the necklace from the rightful owner for all of these years.

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The given statement suggests that Mrs. Newton has been in possession of a necklace that rightfully belongs to someone else for a long time. The word "bad" indicates that she feels guilty or remorseful about this action. Therefore, the correct answer is true, as it implies that Mrs. Newton acknowledges her wrongdoing and regrets her decision to keep the necklace.

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3. When Mrs. Newton returned the necklace, grandfather gave it to _________________.

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Based on the information given in the question, when Mrs. Newton returned the necklace, grandfather gave it to Jessie.

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4. How did the children end up finding the painting?

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The children ended up finding the painting in the attic with the dress up clothes.

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5. What were the Alden children planning at the beginning of the story?

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The Alden children were planning to have a surprise birthday party for their grandfather at the beginning of the story. This is evident from the fact that they were discussing how to keep the party a secret and make it a special surprise for him.

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6. After Laura Garrison didn't show up at the house, the children decide that they should give up on solving this mystery.

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The statement contradicts the fact that Laura Garrison didn't show up at the house. Therefore, the children should not give up on solving the mystery as they still have a chance to find out what happened to Laura.

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7. When Grandfather learns what the children have been up to, he is absolutely furious with them.

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The given statement suggests that Grandfather is furious with the children when he learns about their activities. However, the correct answer is False, indicating that Grandfather is not furious with them. The explanation for this could be that Grandfather may have a different reaction to their actions, such as being understanding, disappointed, or even amused. Without further context, it is not possible to determine the exact reason for Grandfather's reaction, but it is clear that he is not furious based on the given answer.

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8. The children suspect someone is following them in the car.  Who is it?

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The correct answer is Mr. Mason because he is the only option given that is not a family member. Since the question states that the children suspect someone is following them in the car, it is likely that the person following them would be someone outside of their immediate family. Therefore, Mr. Mason, who is not a relative, is the most likely suspect.

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9. When Mrs. Newton returns the necklace - Grandfather has her sone arrested for theft.

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The statement is false because it states that Mrs. Newton returns the necklace, but then mentions that Grandfather has her son arrested for theft. This implies that Mrs. Newton's son stole the necklace, which contradicts the fact that she returned it. Therefore, the statement cannot be true.

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10. Why was the painting hidden?

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The painting was hidden because Grandfather put it away when the necklace was stolen. This suggests that Grandfather wanted to keep the painting safe and secure, possibly to protect it from potential theft or damage.

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11. Who had stolen the necklace form Grandfather's house?

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The correct answer is Mrs. Newton's son. This can be inferred from the question that someone stole the necklace from Grandfather's house, and out of the given options, Mrs. Newton's son is the most likely culprit.

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12. What happens to the drawing that Violet leaves with Mr. Mason?

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The correct answer is "Mr. Mason threw it away." This means that Mr. Mason discarded the drawing that Violet left with him.

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13. How did the Alden children find Laura Garrison's phone number?

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The Alden children found Laura Garrison's phone number by calling everyone with the same last name from local towns.

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14. Why do the children keep their investigation a secret from grandfather?

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The children keep their investigation a secret from grandfather because they are afraid that he might be disappointed if they don't find the necklace. They don't want to let him down or upset him, so they choose to keep it a secret to avoid any potential disappointment.

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15. Who shows up at the Alden's with the necklace?

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Mrs. Newton and Mr. Mason show up at the Alden's with the necklace.

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16. Why do the children go to visit Aunt Jane?

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The correct answer is "They wanted to question someone in her town about the mystery." This can be inferred from the fact that the children wanted Aunt Jane's help to solve the mystery, indicating that they needed to gather information from someone in her town.

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17. Why does Mrs. Newton's daughter try to interupt during the children's visit?

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Mrs. Newton's daughter tries to interrupt during the children's visit because she wants her mother to tell the truth. This suggests that there is some information or secret that Mrs. Newton's daughter believes her mother should reveal, and she is eager for her mother to do so.

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18. Who was the first person the children questioned about the necklace?

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Mrs. Harkins is the correct answer because she is the only person mentioned in the options who could potentially have knowledge about the necklace. Mr. Mason, Aunt Jane, and the Police may not have been present or involved in the situation, making them unlikely choices for the first person the children would question. Therefore, Mrs. Harkins is the most plausible option.

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19. When Laura Garrison phoned the children, she told them to stay away form her mother and give up on finding the necklace.

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The statement suggests that Laura Garrison told the children to stay away from her mother and give up on finding the necklace. However, the correct answer is False because the statement contradicts what Laura Garrison actually said to the children. The correct explanation would be that Laura Garrison did not tell the children to stay away from her mother or give up on finding the necklace.

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20. When the children meet up with Laura at the ice cream shop, she refuses to talk to them and sends them home.

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The given statement suggests that Laura refuses to talk to the children and sends them home when they meet up at the ice cream shop. This implies that the statement is true, as it states a fact that Laura does not engage in conversation with the children and dismisses them.

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When Mrs. Newton returned the necklace, grandfather gave it to...
Mrs. Newton feels really bad for keeping the necklace from the...
When Mrs. Newton returned the necklace, grandfather gave it to...
How did the children end up finding the painting?
What were the Alden children planning at the beginning of the story?
After Laura Garrison didn't show up at the house, the children...
When Grandfather learns what the children have been up to, he is...
The children suspect someone is following them in the car.  Who...
When Mrs. Newton returns the necklace - Grandfather has her sone...
Why was the painting hidden?
Who had stolen the necklace form Grandfather's house?
What happens to the drawing that Violet leaves with Mr. Mason?
How did the Alden children find Laura Garrison's phone number?
Why do the children keep their investigation a secret from...
Who shows up at the Alden's with the necklace?
Why do the children go to visit Aunt Jane?
Why does Mrs. Newton's daughter try to interupt during the...
Who was the first person the children questioned about the necklace?
When Laura Garrison phoned the children, she told them to stay away...
When the children meet up with Laura at the ice cream shop, she...
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