Call My Bluff Books
Read the book title and blurb. Decide which is the REAL first line.
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Buddy's SongWhen Buddy picks up a guitar and starts to sing he finds an escape from his worries. But Buddy's music brings him problems of its own when he is forced to make choices....
- A.
His mum has already been a couple of times on her own.
- B.
The first time Buddy visited his dad in prison was a disaster.
- C.
Buddy had agreed.
- D.
Buddy was scared.
Correct Answer
B. The first time Buddy visited his dad in prison was a disaster. -
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Truth CookieImagine a magical recipe to make all your dreams come true! Lulu Barker's dad has a new love, Varaminta le Bone. She's a sizzling sensation... and pure poison. How can Lulu make her dad see Varaminta for who she really is?
- A.
She shoots. She scores!
- B.
Varaminta was an evil wicked witch who wanted to take over the world.
- C.
Lulu Barker leaned over the bannisters and heard another shriek of laughter from Varaminta.
- D.
Lulu ran down stairs and into the kitchen.
Correct Answer
C. Lulu Barker leaned over the bannisters and heard another shriek of laughter from Varaminta.Explanation
Lulu Barker leaned over the bannisters and heard another shriek of laughter from Varaminta. This suggests that Varaminta is not the person she appears to be and is possibly up to something sinister. Lulu's decision to immediately run downstairs and into the kitchen indicates that she is determined to confront Varaminta and expose her true nature to her dad.Rate this question:
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Buffy. Immortal.During a routine slaying, Buffy encounters a vampire who knows the slayer's name. The one who cannot die...
- A.
Nothing ever changed in the master's lair.
- B.
The island of Kefi was a hollow place where nothing ever stirred but the warm breeze of the ocean.
- C.
Buffy went to the shops and bought a new pair of shoes.
- D.
The park was usually dark and quiet.
Correct Answer
B. The island of Kefi was a hollow place where nothing ever stirred but the warm breeze of the ocean. -
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The Midnight LibraryWelcome to the terrifying world of The Midnight Library. I, Nick Shadow, have spent many years searching for the most spine-chilling stories in existence...
- A.
Alfie Brennan sat despondently on the edge of the grass, chin in his hands.
- B.
Alfie Brennan sat in a deep dark scary pit.
- C.
Alfie Brennan turned on Eastenders and sat back.
- D.
Alfie Brennan couldn't wait to get to the match - Spurs were playing Chelsea.
Correct Answer
A. Alfie Brennan sat despondently on the edge of the grass, chin in his hands.Explanation
The correct answer is "Alfie Brennan sat despondently on the edge of the grass, chin in his hands." This answer is correct because it accurately describes Alfie Brennan's state of being, conveying a sense of sadness or despair. The other options do not capture the same emotion or situation as described in the passage.Rate this question:
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Allie of the NightVampire Prince and Vampire killer faces his worst nightmare yet - school!
- A.
Someone - fetch me my stake!
- B.
It was an age of war.
- C.
Vampires live!
- D.
Mother - fetch my water bottle!
Correct Answer
B. It was an age of war. -
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The Fall.When an MI5 operation goes disastrously wrong James Adams needs all of his skills to get out of Russia alive...
- A.
James jumped into the car and drove off.
- B.
James bought a burger with extra onions.
- C.
A strange man walked towards James and Kerry.
- D.
A Ford Focus pulled up amidst a line of deserted parking bays as a powerful wave crashed against the sea wall.
Correct Answer
D. A Ford Focus pulled up amidst a line of deserted parking bays as a powerful wave crashed against the sea wall. -
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The Making of May.A lost key. Mysterious lights in the night. Can May uncover the secret of Thornton Hall?
- A.
I know a lot of orphans who read books.
- B.
There are lots of orphans who appear in books...
- C.
The only orphan in a book other than me is Harry Potter.
- D.
There are lots of orphans who like ice cream.
Correct Answer
B. There are lots of orphans who appear in books...Explanation
The given answer is correct because the statement "There are lots of orphans who appear in books..." directly relates to the theme of the question, which is about May uncovering the secret of Thornton Hall. The answer implies that May's story of uncovering secrets is not unique and that many other orphans in books have similar experiences.Rate this question:
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Hitler's Canary.Barne is used to drama: his mum is a famous actress and his best friend Anton is one of the most daring boys in Denmark. When the Germans invade he doesn't know how to act...
- A.
The day the German's invaded I was asleep on Henry V's throne...
- B.
Hitler came to my house and we offered him a cup of tea.
- C.
We were moving house when my mum took sick.
- D.
My dad died fighting in the war.
Correct Answer
A. The day the German's invaded I was asleep on Henry V's throne...Explanation
This answer is the correct one because it directly relates to the given context and provides a plausible explanation for Barne not knowing how to act when the Germans invaded. The image of Barne being asleep on Henry V's throne suggests that he was living in a fantasy world or disconnected from reality, which could explain his confusion and inability to respond appropriately to the invasion.Rate this question:
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Angel.Not fit to be a daughter. Not fit to be a friend. Not fit to be an angel...
- A.
Freya make fried eggs for breakfast.
- B.
Freya Harrison had always wanted to be an angel...
- C.
Freya ran downstairs and in the arms of Tom.
- D.
Freya was for school.
Correct Answer
B. Freya Harrison had always wanted to be an angel...Explanation
The given answer is the only complete sentence that is grammatically correct and makes sense in the context of the given information. The other sentences are either incomplete or do not provide any relevant information about Freya's desire to be an angel. Therefore, the correct answer is "Freya Harrison had always wanted to be an angel..." as it directly relates to the given information about Freya.Rate this question:
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Adrian Mole: the wilderness years.Adrian Mole at last reached physical maturity. But he can't help roaming the pages of his diary like an untamed adolescent...
- A.
Adrian lifted his walking stick and waved it at the gang of hoodies by the shop.
- B.
Adrian fell over. He said,'Oh, I have fallen over!'
- C.
Sweat poured from Adrian's forehead as he leapt in front of the oncoming train.
- D.
I start the year with a throbbing head ache and shaking, owing to the amount of alcohol I was forced to drink at my mother's party.
Correct Answer
D. I start the year with a throbbing head ache and shaking, owing to the amount of alcohol I was forced to drink at my mother's party.Explanation
The correct answer is the sentence "I start the year with a throbbing headache and shaking, owing to the amount of alcohol I was forced to drink at my mother's party." This sentence is the only one that provides information about the physical state of Adrian Mole and his experience at his mother's party. The other sentences mention Adrian lifting his walking stick, falling over, and leaping in front of a train, but they do not provide any context or explanation for these actions. Therefore, the sentence about the throbbing headache and alcohol consumption is the most relevant and explanatory.Rate this question:
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