Beatrice is called a bear because

she's very good at biting things

Dr. Gonzales doesn't believe the story because

Beatrice says her brother runs away a lot

the Eberhardts told the doctor not to believe them

Leon Leep was a ___________________ who then became a ________________________.

professional basketball player / couch potato

car salesman / professional golfer

professional basketball player / professional golfer

Roy sets a trap for Dana

to put him at the scene of the crime

so his mother will hit him in the lip again

so that he has to go to the guidance councilor

so he can have a cigarette with Officer Delinko

A Quiz On Hoot Novel! Trivia

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Just what do you know about the book, “Hoot? ” Hoot is a 2002 mystery/suspense novel for kids by Carl Hiaasen. The setting takes place in Florida, where the main character, Roy, makes two quirky friends and one enemy. He joins the protest against the construction of a pancake house, which would hurt the owls who live there. This quiz will check what you know about the book.

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1.

Garret's mother is
- A.
  
  A friend of Mrs. Eberhardt
- B.
  
  The vice principal
- C.
  
  A tough love mom
- D.
  
  The guidance councilor
Correct Answer
D. The guidance councilor

Explanation
Based on the given options, the correct answer is "the guidance councilor". This can be inferred because the question states that Garret's mother is something, and out of the given options, being a guidance councilor is the most fitting role for a mother.

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2.

Roy discovering the running boy is part of the
- A.
  
  Introduction
- B.
  
  Falling action
- C.
  
  Resolution
- D.
  
  Climax
Correct Answer
A. Introduction

Explanation
In the given scenario, Roy discovering the running boy is most likely part of the introduction. The introduction is the beginning of a story where the main characters and setting are introduced, and the initial conflict or problem is established. Roy discovering the running boy would be an event that sets the stage for the rest of the story, providing context and setting the plot in motion. It is not the climax, falling action, or resolution as those events typically occur later in the story.

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3.

Beatrice is called a bear because
- A.
  
  She has a lot of hair
- B.
  
  She's very good at soccer
- C.
  
  She's very good at biting things
- D.
  
  She likes to eat fish
Correct Answer
B. She's very good at soccer

Explanation
Beatrice is called a bear because she's very good at soccer. This suggests that her soccer skills are so impressive that she is compared to a bear, which is known for its strength and agility. The nickname "bear" may be given to her as a way to highlight her exceptional abilities on the soccer field.

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4.

The room that Mr. Eberhardt disciplines Roy in is
- A.
  
  The cave
- B.
  
  The den
- C.
  
  The doghouse
- D.
  
  The basement
Correct Answer
B. The den

Explanation
The correct answer is "the den" because a den is a room or area in a house where someone can go to relax, work, or engage in leisure activities. It is often associated with being a private and comfortable space, which aligns with the idea of Mr. Eberhardt disciplining Roy in a secluded room. The other options, such as the cave, the doghouse, and the basement, do not convey the same connotation of a designated room within a house.

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5.

Dr. Gonzales doesn't believe the story because
- A.
  
  Roy is not a good liar
- B.
  
  Beatrice says her brother runs away a lot
- C.
  
  Mullet Fingers talked too much
- D.
  
  The Eberhardts told the doctor not to believe them
Correct Answer
A. Roy is not a good liar

Explanation
Dr. Gonzales doesn't believe the story because Roy is not a good liar. This implies that Roy's lack of skill in lying makes his story less credible and less likely to be true.

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6.

Leon Leep's nickname is___________________because he is so tall.
- A.
  
  Lungman
- B.
  
  Lobster
- C.
  
  Lunker
- D.
  
  Lurch
Correct Answer
D. Lurch

Explanation
Leon Leep's nickname is "Lurch" because he is so tall. The term "Lurch" is often used to describe someone who is extremely tall and has a lanky or awkward appearance. This nickname suggests that Leon Leep's height is a prominent characteristic that sets him apart from others.

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7.

Leon Leep was a ___________________ who then became a ________________________.
- A.
  
  Car salesman / couch potato
- B.
  
  Professional basketball player / couch potato
- C.
  
  Car salesman / professional golfer
- D.
  
  Professional basketball player / professional golfer
Correct Answer
B. Professional basketball player / couch potato

Explanation
Leon Leep was initially a professional basketball player, which suggests that he was physically active and engaged in sports. However, he later became a couch potato, indicating that he became sedentary and inactive. This transition from a highly active profession to a more inactive lifestyle implies a significant change in Leon's level of physical activity and overall lifestyle choices.

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8.

Officer Delinko could be described as ____________________ but _________________________
- A.
  
  A detective / slow
- B.
  
  Motivated / cool
- C.
  
  Nice guy / cold hearted
- D.
  
  Not very clever / determined
Correct Answer
D. Not very clever / determined

Explanation
Officer Delinko could be described as not very clever but determined. This means that while he may not possess a high level of intelligence or quick thinking skills, he is still highly motivated and persistent in his work. Despite any limitations in his intelligence, he remains focused and unwavering in his determination to solve cases and carry out his duties as a police officer.

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9.

Roy sets a trap for Dana
- A.
  
  To put him at the scene of the crime
- B.
  
  So his mother will hit him in the lip again
- C.
  
  So that he has to go to the guidance councilor
- D.
  
  So he can have a cigarette with Officer Delinko
Correct Answer
A. To put him at the scene of the crime

Explanation
The correct answer is to put him at the scene of the crime. This means that Roy sets a trap for Dana in order to make it appear as though Dana was present at the location where the crime took place. This could be done to frame Dana for the crime or to create suspicion around him.

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10.

Beatrice doesn't go out to the boat with Mullet Fingers any more because
- A.
  
  She's afraid of snakes
- B.
  
  She was bitten by a crocodile
- C.
  
  She can't swim
- D.
  
  She was bitten by a crab
Correct Answer
D. She was bitten by a crab

Explanation
Beatrice doesn't go out to the boat with Mullet Fingers anymore because she was bitten by a crab. This incident likely caused her to develop a fear or aversion towards being near water or engaging in activities involving marine creatures. The experience might have been traumatic for her, leading her to avoid situations where she could potentially encounter similar situations or creatures.

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A Quiz On Hoot Novel! Trivia

Garret's mother is

Roy discovering the running boy is part of the

Beatrice is called a bear because

The room that Mr. Eberhardt disciplines Roy in is

Dr. Gonzales doesn't believe the story because

Leon Leep's nickname is___________________because he is so tall.

Leon Leep was a _ who then became a ______.

Officer Delinko could be described as but _____

Roy sets a trap for Dana

Beatrice doesn't go out to the boat with Mullet Fingers any more because

A Quiz On Hoot Novel! Trivia

Garret's mother is

Roy discovering the running boy is part of the

Beatrice is called a bear because

The room that Mr. Eberhardt disciplines Roy in is

Dr. Gonzales doesn't believe the story because

Leon Leep's nickname is___________________because he is so tall.

Leon Leep was a ___________________ who then became a ________________________.

Officer Delinko could be described as ____________________ but _________________________

Roy sets a trap for Dana

Beatrice doesn't go out to the boat with Mullet Fingers any more because

Leon Leep was a _ who then became a ______.

Officer Delinko could be described as but _____