Dinosaurs Before Dark Ch. 1-6 Quiz
This is a quiz to check your comprehension on chapters 1-6 of Dinosaurs Before Dark by Mary Pope Osborn.
Questions and Answers
- 1.
Who are the main characters in the story?
- A.
Jake and Anna
- B.
Jack and Annie
- C.
Jim and Alli
- D.
Joe and Annie
Correct Answer
B. Jack and AnnieExplanation
The main characters in the story are Jack and Annie.Rate this question:
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- 2.
What town do the children live in?
- A.
Frog Creek
- B.
Pennsylvania
- C.
Toad Valley
- D.
Jamestown
Correct Answer
A. Frog CreekExplanation
The children live in Frog Creek.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Who likes pretend things?
- A.
Jack
- B.
Annie
Correct Answer
B. AnnieExplanation
Annie likes pretend things.Rate this question:
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- 4.
What was the first kind of dinosaur Jack and Annie saw?
- A.
Tyrannosaurus Rex
- B.
Triceratops
- C.
Pteranodon
- D.
Anatosaurus
Correct Answer
C. PteranodonExplanation
The correct answer is Pteranodon. Pteranodon is not a dinosaur, but rather a flying reptile that lived during the Late Cretaceous period. Jack and Annie saw a Pteranodon, which was known for its large wingspan and crest on its head.Rate this question:
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- 5.
How long ago did the book say that flying reptiles lived?
- A.
24 million years ago
- B.
55 million years ago
- C.
19 million years ago
- D.
65 million years ago
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D. 65 million years agoExplanation
The book states that flying reptiles lived 65 million years ago.Rate this question:
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- 6.
What kind of dinosaur had 3 horns on the top of its head?
- A.
Pteranodon
- B.
Anatosaurus
- C.
Triceratops
- D.
Tyrannosaurus Rex
Correct Answer
C. TriceratopsExplanation
Triceratops is the correct answer because it is a well-known dinosaur that had three horns on the top of its head. The name "Triceratops" literally means "three-horned face" in Greek, referring to the two large horns above its eyes and the smaller horn on its nose. Triceratops lived during the Late Cretaceous period and was a herbivorous dinosaur. Its distinctive horns were likely used for defense and display purposes.Rate this question:
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- 7.
How much did the Triceratops weigh?
- A.
Over 12,000 pounds
- B.
Over 4,000 pounds
- C.
Over 30,000 pounds
- D.
Over 17,000 pounds
Correct Answer
A. Over 12,000 poundsExplanation
The Triceratops weighed over 12,000 pounds.Rate this question:
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- 8.
What did Jack find in the grass that was glittering?
- A.
A gold earring
- B.
A gold medallion
- C.
A piece of glass
- D.
A mirror
Correct Answer
B. A gold medallionExplanation
Jack found a gold medallion in the grass that was glittering.Rate this question:
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- 9.
When the treehouse stopped spinning, everything was ____________________________ still.
Correct Answer
absolutelyExplanation
When the treehouse stopped spinning, everything was "absolutely" still. This means that there was no movement or motion whatsoever. The word "absolutely" emphasizes the complete lack of any activity or movement, indicating that everything was completely stationary and calm.Rate this question:
- 10.
What is a synonym for old?
Correct Answer
ancientExplanation
Ancient is a suitable synonym for old because it refers to something that existed a long time ago. Both words convey the idea of something being aged or having been around for a significant period of time.Rate this question:
- 11.
Annie leaned _____________________ to examine the Pteranodon.
Correct Answer
cautiouslyExplanation
Annie leaned cautiously to examine the Pteranodon suggests that Annie approached the examination of the Pteranodon with care and attentiveness. She likely took her time and made deliberate movements to ensure that she could observe the creature properly without causing any harm or disturbance.Rate this question:
- 12.
The duck-billed dinosaur made a _____________________ sound.
Correct Answer
bellowingExplanation
The given correct answer for the question is "bellowing". This suggests that the duck-billed dinosaur made a loud and deep sound, similar to the sound produced by a bellow. This term accurately describes the noise made by the dinosaur, indicating that it had a powerful and distinct vocalization.Rate this question:
- 13.
_________________ is another word for whisper or grumble.
Correct Answer
mutteredExplanation
Muttered is the correct answer because it means to speak or utter in a low, indistinct voice, often in dissatisfaction or complaint. It is synonymous with whispering or grumbling, as all three words describe speaking in a soft, mumbled manner.Rate this question:
- 14.
Jack saw a _____________________ standing on top of the hill with long, gleaming teeth!
Correct Answer
Tyrannosaurus RexExplanation
The correct answer is "Tyrannosaurus Rex" because it is the only option that fits the description of a creature standing on top of a hill with long, gleaming teeth. The phrase "Tyrannosaurus Rex" is commonly associated with a large and ferocious dinosaur known for its sharp teeth, making it the most logical choice for the given sentence.Rate this question:
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