Henry Huggins Chapter 1

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    What big problem did Henry face when trying to get Ribsy home?

    • Ribsy didn't want to go with Henry
    • Ribsy kept running away
    • Dogs are not allowed on the bus
    • Other people wanted Ribsy for themselves
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Henry Huggins Chapter 1 - Quiz
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This quiz covers key details from Chapter 1 of 'Henry Huggins' by Beverly Cleary. It assesses understanding of the character's environment, motivations, decisions, and challenges, relevant for learners exploring character studies and narrative elements.

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  • 2. 

    Why did Henry name his dog Ribsy?

    • Because he likes to eat spare ribs

    • Because the dog was dirty

    • Because that is all he could think of

    • Because the dog was so thin

    Correct Answer
    A. Because the dog was so thin
  • 3. 

    What is the name of the street that Henry lives on?

    • Elm Street

    • Klickitat Street

    • Rainbow Road

    • Pittypat Drive

    Correct Answer
    A. Klickitat Street
    Explanation
    Henry lives on Klickitat Street.

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  • 4. 

    Who do Henry and Ribsy run into on the bus?

    • Scooter

    • Peter

    • Arthur

    • Bleeker

    Correct Answer
    A. Scooter
    Explanation
    Henry and Ribsy run into Scooter on the bus.

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  • 5. 

    What did the police do to Henry when they took him off the bus?

    • Arrested him

    • Took Ribsy away from him

    • Made hime walk home

    • Drove him home in the squad car

    Correct Answer
    A. Drove him home in the squad car
    Explanation
    The police showed kindness towards Henry by driving him home in the squad car after taking him off the bus. This suggests that they may have recognized him or his situation and wanted to ensure his safety and well-being.

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  • 6. 

    What is the first thing Henry's mother says when he asked if he can keep Ribsy?

    • You'll have to ask your father

    • No way!

    • I've always wanted a dog

    • I think a cat would make a better pet

    Correct Answer
    A. You'll have to ask your father
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "You'll have to ask your father." This suggests that Henry's mother is not able to make the decision about keeping Ribsy and defers the responsibility to Henry's father.

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  • 7. 

    How much did it cost Henry to ride the bus?

    • A dollar

    • A dime

    • Five dollars

    • Thirty-five centss

    Correct Answer
    A. A dime
    Explanation
    Henry rode the bus and it cost him a dime.

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  • 8. 

    What happened to Ribsy when he got on the bus?

    • He fell asleep

    • He made lots of friends

    • He got scared

    • He stuck his face out the window

    Correct Answer
    A. He got scared
    Explanation
    Ribsy got scared when he got on the bus.

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  • 9. 

    What was waiting for Ribsy when he got home

    • A bone and a can of Feeley's Flea Flakes

    • A nice warm bath

    • A cozy bed to sleep in

    • A cold glass of orange juice

    Correct Answer
    A. A bone and a can of Feeley's Flea Flakes
    Explanation
    When Ribsy got home, he found a bone and a can of Feeley's Flea Flakes waiting for him. This suggests that Ribsy's owner or someone who cares for him had prepared these treats for him as a welcome home surprise. The bone indicates a tasty treat for Ribsy to enjoy, while the can of Feeley's Flea Flakes suggests that Ribsy may have had some issues with fleas and this product was provided to help alleviate the problem.

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  • 10. 

    What was Henry wishing for in the beginning of the book?

    • A bunny

    • Something exciting would happen

    • A dog

    • Chocolate cake for dessert

    Correct Answer
    A. Something exciting would happen
    Explanation
    In the beginning of the book, Henry was wishing for something exciting to happen. This suggests that he was looking for some sort of adventure or thrill in his life.

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