The Secret Garden Novel! Ultimate Trivia Quiz
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Mary’s servant Kamala came to England with her.
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True
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False
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Dive into 'The Secret Garden' with this ultimate trivia quiz! Test your knowledge on key plot details and character insights, enhancing your understanding and appreciation of this classic novel. Ideal for students and enthusiasts looking to revisit or study the nuances of this beloved story.
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The house in Yorkshire was large.
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True
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False
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A. TrueExplanation
The statement "The house in Yorkshire was large" suggests that the house located in Yorkshire is of considerable size. The word "large" implies that the house is spacious and has ample living space. Therefore, the correct answer is True, indicating that the house in Yorkshire is indeed large.Rate this question:
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Ben the gardener told Mary she was pretty.
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True
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False
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The robin helped Mary to find the key to the secret garden.
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True
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False
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A. TrueExplanation
The given statement suggests that the robin assisted Mary in locating the key to the secret garden. This implies that the robin played a helpful role in Mary's search for the key.Rate this question:
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Dickon was a selfish and bad-tempered boy.
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True
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False
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A. FalseExplanation
The given statement states that Dickon was a selfish and bad-tempered boy. The correct answer is false because there is no evidence or information provided in the statement to support this claim. Without any further context or details about Dickon's behavior or actions, it is not possible to conclude that he was selfish and bad-tempered. Therefore, the correct answer is false.Rate this question:
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Colin was in a wheelchair when he met his father at the end.
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True
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False
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A. FalseExplanation
The statement suggests that Colin was in a wheelchair when he met his father at the end. However, the correct answer is False, indicating that Colin was not in a wheelchair when he met his father.Rate this question:
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In the story, who has ...? Type the numbers! Choose from: Mary (1), Mr. Archibald Craven (2), Colin (3), Dickon (4), Martha (5).
- a wheelchair. ________
- two rabbits and two squirrels. ________
- the key to the secret garden. ________
- eleven brothers and sisters. ________
- a crooked back. ________
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3
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5
2Explanation
Colin has a wheelchair. Dickon has two rabbits and two squirrels. Mary has the key to the secret garden. Martha has eleven brothers and sisters. Mr. Archibald Craven has a crooked back.Rate this question:
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The young Englishman told Mary’s mother that they should _____.
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Make a flower garden
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Go to the hills
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Leave India
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Get more servants
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A. Leave IndiaExplanation
The young Englishman suggested leaving India to Mary's mother.Rate this question:
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Mary did not miss her parents when they died because _____.
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She didn't live with them
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She had not known them well
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She hated them
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She had lots of friends
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A. She had not known them wellExplanation
Mary did not miss her parents when they died because she had not known them well. This suggests that Mary did not have a close or meaningful relationship with her parents, which is why their death did not affect her emotionally. It implies that Mary's lack of familiarity with her parents prevented her from forming a strong bond with them, resulting in her not experiencing the typical feelings of grief and loss when they passed away.Rate this question:
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At first, Mary was taken to live with _____.
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Her grandparents
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The servants
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A family who had known her parents
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Her friends
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A. A family who had known her parentsExplanation
Mary was taken to live with a family who had known her parents because they would have a personal connection to her and be able to provide a familiar and supportive environment for her. This would help Mary feel more comfortable and secure during a difficult time of transition.Rate this question:
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Mrs Medlock thought that Mary was a/ an _____ child.
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Pretty
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Happy
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Ugly
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Disagreeable
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A. DisagreeableExplanation
Mrs. Medlock thought that Mary was a disagreeable child. This suggests that Mrs. Medlock found Mary to be unpleasant, difficult to deal with, or having a disagreeable personality.Rate this question:
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Mr Craven’s house was right on the edge of the _____.
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Town
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Sea
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Moor
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Lake
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A. MoorExplanation
Mr. Craven's house being right on the edge of the moor indicates that his house is located in close proximity to a moorland, which is a type of open, uncultivated land typically characterized by wet, boggy ground and heather vegetation. This suggests that his house is situated in a rural or countryside area rather than in a town, near the sea, or by a lake.Rate this question:
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Mary was not a pretty child, she had a thin angry face and _____.
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Long arms and legs
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Thin yellow hair
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A tall thin body
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Long thin fingers
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A. Thin yellow hairExplanation
The given correct answer suggests that Mary had thin yellow hair. This implies that her hair was not thick or full, and it had a yellow color. The description of Mary as not being a pretty child is further reinforced by the mention of her thin angry face, indicating that her appearance was not conventionally attractive.Rate this question:
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Kamala was paid to _____.
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Take care of Mary
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Look after the garden
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Feed the elephants
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Help in the kitchen
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A. Take care of MaryExplanation
Kamala was paid to take care of Mary, implying that her job or responsibility was to look after Mary's well-being, ensuring that she was taken care of and attended to in various aspects of her life.Rate this question:
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Mary was born in India, where her _____ was a British official.
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Mother
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Father
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Brother
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Uncle
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A. FatherExplanation
Mary was born in India, where her father was a British official. This suggests that Mary's father held a position of authority or power in India as a British official.Rate this question:
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Mary’s mother was very beautiful and spent all her time _____.
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In the garden
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Doing the cooking
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Talking to servants
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Going to parties
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A. Going to partiesExplanation
Mary's mother was very beautiful and spent all her time going to parties. This suggests that Mary's mother valued socializing and attending social events. She prioritized her social life and enjoyed being in the company of others.Rate this question:
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Martha had _____ brothers and sisters.
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Eleven
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Twelve
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Thirteen
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Fourteen
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A. ElevenExplanation
The correct answer is eleven because the question is asking for the number of brothers and sisters that Martha has. Therefore, the answer is the number that represents the total count of her siblings, which is eleven.Rate this question:
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Before he met Mary, Ben Weatherstaff’s only friend was _____.
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Colin
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Mr Craven
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His dog
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A robin
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A. A robinExplanation
Before he met Mary, Ben Weatherstaff's only friend was a robin. This suggests that Ben Weatherstaff had a close bond with the robin, possibly spending time with it and confiding in it. The robin could have provided companionship and comfort to Ben, especially if he felt lonely or isolated before meeting Mary. The presence of a robin as his only friend highlights the importance of nature and the solace it can bring to individuals.Rate this question:
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When Colin was born _____.
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His father and mother went to Europe
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The garden door was locked
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His father left him with his mother
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His father made a new garden
Correct Answer
A. The garden door was lockedExplanation
The correct answer is "the garden door was locked". This answer suggests that when Colin was born, the garden door was locked. This information implies that there may have been a specific reason for the garden door being locked, such as ensuring Colin's safety or keeping unwanted visitors out. However, without further context, it is difficult to determine the exact reason for the garden door being locked.Rate this question:
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‘Why has nobody come to take care of me?’
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Mary's mother
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Kamala
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Mary
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Mary's father
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A. MaryExplanation
The correct answer is Mary because she is the one questioning why nobody has come to take care of her. This implies that Mary is the person in need of care and is wondering why no one has come to help her.Rate this question:
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‘My mother always says people should be able to take care of themselves, even if they are rich and important.’
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Martha
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Mary
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Mrs Medlock
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Mr Craven
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A. MarthaExplanation
Martha is the correct answer because she is the one who says that people should be able to take care of themselves, even if they are rich and important. This statement reflects Martha's belief in self-sufficiency and independence, which aligns with her character as a hardworking and practical person.Rate this question:
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‘I haven’t got any friends at all.’
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Mr Cravn
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Dickon
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Marthe
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Mary
Correct Answer
A. MaryExplanation
Mary is the correct answer because in the given statement, Mary is the only character who is mentioned to not have any friends at all. The other characters, Mr Cravn, Dickon, and Marthe, are not specifically mentioned in relation to having or not having friends. Therefore, based on the information provided, Mary is the only character who fits the statement.Rate this question:
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‘You mustn’t go wandering around the house, you know. Mr Craven wouldn’t like it.’
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Mrs Medlock
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Ben Weatherstaff
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Martha
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Martha's Mother
Correct Answer
A. MarthaExplanation
Martha is the correct answer because she is the one who is being warned by Mrs. Medlock not to wander around the house. The statement implies that Mr. Craven wouldn't approve of Martha's behavior, suggesting that Martha is the one being addressed in the quote.Rate this question:
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‘What a strange house this is! So many secrets! Does your father come and see you often?’
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Martha
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Colin
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Mary
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Dickon
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A. MaryExplanation
The correct answer is Mary. The question suggests that the house has many secrets, implying that the person being asked is familiar with the house and its secrets. Out of the given options, Mary is the most likely person to be familiar with the secrets of the house since she is one of the main characters in the story "The Secret Garden".Rate this question:
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‘I won’t let that boy come to the garden if you stay with him instead of talking to me!’
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Colin
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Mary
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Martha
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Dickon
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A. ColinExplanation
Colin is the correct answer because the statement implies that the speaker does not want the boy to come to the garden if someone stays with him instead of talking to the speaker. Colin is the only option among the given names who could potentially stay with the boy in the garden, as Mary, Martha, and Dickon are not mentioned in the statement.Rate this question:
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To look at someone or something for a long time
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Stare
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Skip
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Wander
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Whisper
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A. StareExplanation
Stare means to look at someone or something for a long time. It implies a fixed gaze or intense observation. The other options, skip, wander, and whisper, do not convey the same meaning as stare. Skip means to move lightly and quickly, wander means to move aimlessly or without a specific purpose, and whisper means to speak in a soft or hushed voice. Therefore, stare is the correct answer as it best matches the given definition.Rate this question:
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Something strange that can make wonderful, unusual things happen
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Angel
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Shocked
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Confused
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Magic
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A. MagicExplanation
Magic is often associated with strange and wonderful occurrences that defy explanation. It is a concept that is often seen as mysterious and awe-inspiring. In this context, the word "magic" can explain the strange and unusual things that happen, which could leave someone feeling shocked and confused. The presence of an angel could also contribute to the perception of magic, as angels are often associated with supernatural and extraordinary phenomena.Rate this question:
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To jump on one foot
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Skip
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Wander
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Bury
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Hop
Correct Answer
A. HopExplanation
The word "hop" is the correct answer because it is the only word that accurately describes the action of jumping on one foot. "Skip" and "wander" do not specifically refer to jumping on one foot, and "bury" is completely unrelated to the action. Hence, "hop" is the most appropriate choice.Rate this question:
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A different way of speaking the same language
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Whisper
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Dialect
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Cousin
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Ugly
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A. DialectExplanation
A dialect refers to a regional or social variation of a language. It is a different way of speaking the same language that is specific to a particular group of people or region. In this context, the other options - whisper, cousin, and ugly - do not relate to different ways of speaking the same language. Therefore, the correct answer is dialect.Rate this question:
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A messenger from God, or a very good person
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Magician
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Enchanted
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Angel
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Handsome
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A. AngelExplanation
The correct answer is "angel". An angel is often described as a messenger from God or a very good person. In many religious beliefs, angels are seen as divine beings who carry out God's will and provide guidance and protection to humans. They are often depicted as beautiful and ethereal beings with wings. The other options, such as magician, enchanted, and handsome, do not align with the traditional characteristics of an angel.Rate this question:
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Drops of water that come from your eyes
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Stare
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Horrid
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Tears
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Dripping
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A. TearsExplanation
Tears are drops of water that come from your eyes. When you stare at something that is horrid or disturbing, it can evoke strong emotions and cause tears to form. These tears may start dripping from your eyes as a natural physiological response to the emotions you are experiencing.Rate this question:
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Often cross and angry
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Confused
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Furious
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Bad-tempered
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Tears
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A. Bad-temperedExplanation
The given words "often cross and angry" imply a negative and irritable demeanor. Out of the options provided, "bad-tempered" best describes someone who frequently displays anger and irritability. This term accurately captures the meaning conveyed by the given words.Rate this question:
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To walk slowly with no special plan
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Whisper
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Wander
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Skip
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Hop
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Mrs Medlock told Mary that she must _____.
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Go visit Colin
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Stay in her room
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Play in the garden
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Help in the kitchen
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A. Stay in her roomExplanation
Mrs. Medlock told Mary that she must stay in her room. This suggests that Mrs. Medlock wants Mary to remain confined to her room and not venture out. There could be various reasons for this, such as Mary being sick or Mrs. Medlock wanting to restrict Mary's movements for some other specific purpose. Regardless of the reason, the instruction implies that Mary is not allowed to go visit Colin, play in the garden, or help in the kitchen.Rate this question:
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Mary didn’t like the garden at first because she thought _____.
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It was untidy and dirty
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It has no flowers
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There were no birds
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It looked ugly in the winter
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A. It looked ugly in the winterExplanation
Mary didn't like the garden at first because she thought it looked ugly in the winter.Rate this question:
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_____ told Mary about the secret garden.
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Mr Craven
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Colin
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Mrs Medlock
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Martha
Correct Answer
A. MarthaExplanation
Martha told Mary about the secret garden.Rate this question:
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_____ was the only one who had been in the secret garden in the last ten years.
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Ben Weatherstaff
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The robin
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Mrs Medlock
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Martha
Correct Answer
A. The robinExplanation
The correct answer is the robin. The question states that the only one who had been in the secret garden in the last ten years is the robin. This implies that none of the other options (Ben Weatherstaff, Mrs. Medlock, or Martha) have been in the secret garden during that time period. Therefore, the robin is the only one who fits the given criteria.Rate this question:
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Mary found the old key in _____.
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A hole in the garden
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Her room in the house
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A tree
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The robin's nest
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A. A hole in the gardenExplanation
Mary found the old key in a hole in the garden. This suggests that the key was hidden or lost in the garden and ended up in a hole.Rate this question:
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Dickon brought Mary a spade and some _____.
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Trees
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Birds
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Seeds
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Roses
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A. SeedsExplanation
Dickon brought Mary a spade and some seeds. This implies that Dickon brought Mary some seeds along with the spade. The word "some" indicates that there was more than one seed, suggesting that Dickon brought Mary a variety of seeds.Rate this question:
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Mary found Colin’s bedroom because she heard him _____.
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Laughing
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Singing
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Talking
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Crying
Correct Answer
A. CryingExplanation
Mary found Colin's bedroom because she heard him crying. This suggests that Colin's crying was loud enough for Mary to hear and locate the source of the sound. Crying is often a distinct and recognizable sound, making it easier for someone to pinpoint its origin.Rate this question:
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When he looked over the wall, Ben Weatherstaff was surprised to see that Colin didn’t have _____.
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A crooked back and legs
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His father's hair
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His mother's eyes
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Crooked arms
Correct Answer
A. A crooked back and legsExplanation
Ben Weatherstaff was surprised to see that Colin didn't have a crooked back and legs because he had expected Colin to have physical deformities like his cousin Mary. This suggests that Colin's physical appearance defied the expectations set by his family history and challenged the assumptions made by others about his condition.Rate this question:
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When Mr Craven looked at a _____ he realized how beautiful something living could be.
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Flower
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Tree
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Robin
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Stream
Correct Answer
A. FlowerExplanation
Mr. Craven looked at a flower and realized how beautiful something living could be.Rate this question:
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Choose suitable adjectives to complete the sentences about people in the story.shocked / wild / friendly / crooked / selfish / sorry / fresh / disagreeable/ sad / kind /wild1 When Mary arrived in Yorkshire, she was ________ because she had no friends. She only thought of herself, and was ________ and ________. But playing outside in the ________ air made her feel better and become a better person.
Correct Answer
sad, lonely
selfish, disagreeable
disagreeable, selfish
freshExplanation
When Mary arrived in Yorkshire, she was sad and lonely because she had no friends. She only thought of herself, and was selfish and disagreeable. But playing outside in the fresh air made her feel better and become a better person.Rate this question:
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Shocked / wild / friendly / crooked / selfish / sorry / fresh / disagreeable/ sad / kind /wild2 Martha was always ________ and ________ to Mary, but she was ________ when she found out that Mary couldn’t dress herself.
Correct Answer
kind, friendly
friendly, kind
shockedExplanation
Martha's behavior towards Mary was consistently characterized by kindness and friendliness. However, when Martha discovered that Mary couldn't dress herself, she was shocked.Rate this question:
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Shocked / wild / friendly / crooked / selfish / sorry / fresh / disagreeable/ sad / kind /wild3 Before meeting Mary, Colin was always feeling________ for himself. He was frightened that his back would be ________ like his father’s.
Correct Answer
sorry
crookedExplanation
Before meeting Mary, Colin was always feeling sorry for himself. This suggests that Colin had a tendency to feel pity or regret for his own circumstances. Additionally, the mention of his back being crooked like his father's implies that Colin may have had physical insecurities or concerns about his appearance.Rate this question:
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Shocked / wild / friendly / crooked / selfish / sorry / fresh / disagreeable/ sad / kind /wild4 Dickon was a healthy boy who could make friends with ___________ animals.
Correct Answer
wildExplanation
The word "wild" is the correct answer because it fits logically in the sentence. The sentence states that Dickon was a healthy boy who could make friends with animals. The word "wild" suggests that Dickon was able to form friendships with animals that were not domesticated or tame, indicating that he had a special connection with untamed creatures.Rate this question:
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Choose the correct caption to the picture.
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It was the loveliest, most exciting place Mary has ever seen.
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Just then Mrs Medlock appeared.
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Ben stopped smiling and picked up his shovel.
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A boy ran out, a tall, handsome, healthy boy straight into the man’s arms.
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“Who are you?” The boy whispered.
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Mary saw that there was a different Indian servant by her bed.
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Dickon pushed the wheelchair all around the garden.
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Mary’s uncle had black hair with some white in it, and high crooked shoulders.
Correct Answer
A. “Who are you?” The boy whispered.Explanation
The correct caption for the picture would be "Who are you?" The boy whispered. This caption accurately reflects the dialogue and scene described in the given sentences.Rate this question:
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Choose the correct caption to the picture.
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It was the loveliest, most exciting place Mary has ever seen.
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Just then Mrs Medlock appeared.
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Ben stopped smiling and picked up his shovel.
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A boy ran out, a tall, handsome, healthy boy straight into the man’s arms.
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“Who are you?” The boy whispered.
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Mary saw that there was a different Indian servant by her bed.
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Dickon pushed the wheelchair all around the garden.
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Mary’s uncle had black hair with some white in it, and high crooked shoulders.
Correct Answer
A. A boy ran out, a tall, handsome, healthy boy straight into the man’s arms.Explanation
The caption "A boy ran out, a tall, handsome, healthy boy straight into the man’s arms" is the correct answer because it accurately describes the scene depicted in the picture. The other statements do not provide a suitable caption for the image.Rate this question:
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Choose the correct caption to the picture.
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It was the loveliest, most exciting place Mary has ever seen.
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Just then Mrs Medlock appeared.
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Ben stopped smiling and picked up his shovel.
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A boy ran out, a tall, handsome, healthy boy straight into the man’s arms.
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“Who are you?” The boy whispered.
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Mary saw that there was a different Indian servant by her bed.
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Dickon pushed the wheelchair all around the garden.
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Mary’s uncle had black hair with some white in it, and high crooked shoulders.
Correct Answer
A. It was the loveliest, most exciting place Mary has ever seen.Explanation
The correct caption to the picture is "It was the loveliest, most exciting place Mary has ever seen." This caption accurately describes the scene in the picture, suggesting that Mary is in a beautiful and thrilling location.Rate this question:
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