Comprehension Test For Chapters 11-15 Of The Phantom Tollbooth

The Mathemagician considered stones that were numbers to be precious. This implies that the Mathemagician valued mathematical concepts and calculations more than physical gemstones like rubies, diamonds, or sapphires. The term "stones that were numbers" suggests that the Mathemagician found beauty and worth in mathematical equations and numerical values.

Starting the orchestra had a significant impact on time, as a whole week went by. This suggests that Milo's involvement in the orchestra was time-consuming and required a substantial amount of dedication and effort. It implies that Milo's commitment to the orchestra led to a week passing by quickly, indicating that he was fully engaged and immersed in his role within the orchestra.

Dr. Dischord believes that the most valuable thing in the world is horrible noise. This suggests that he values dissonance, chaos, and unpleasant sounds over any other type of noise. It implies that he finds beauty or value in the jarring and unsettling nature of horrible noise, which may be contrary to conventional beliefs about what is considered valuable in the world.

The Soundkeeper wouldn't release the sounds because people use them to make horrible noises. This suggests that the sounds have the potential to be misused or abused by individuals, leading to negative consequences. By keeping the sounds to herself, the Soundkeeper prevents them from being used in a harmful or disruptive manner.

Broken numbers are used to represent fractions. Fractions are a way of expressing a part of a whole or a ratio between two quantities. Broken numbers, also known as fractional numbers, consist of a numerator and a denominator, with the numerator representing the part and the denominator representing the whole. Using broken numbers allows us to accurately represent and work with fractions in mathematical calculations and problem-solving.

The correct answer is "subtraction stew" because it implies that something was removed or subtracted from the stew. This suggests that the stew was made by taking ingredients away or reducing them in some way.

The most important thing about the telescope that Alec Bing gave to Milo is that it allows you to see things as they really are. This implies that the telescope provides a clear and accurate representation of the objects being observed, without any distortions or illusions. It suggests that the telescope is a reliable tool for gaining a true understanding of the world around us.

The land of Infinity is the correct answer because it is a place where everything exists in its extreme form. It is a land of limitless possibilities and dimensions, where the tallest, shortest, biggest, smallest, and the most and the least of everything can be found.

Laughter is often associated with joy and happiness, and the image of tiny brightly colored bubbles reflects this. Bubbles are light and airy, just like laughter, and the bright colors add to the sense of cheerfulness and playfulness. This visual representation captures the essence of laughter, conveying a sense of lightness and joy.

The travelers got to the island by jumping to the conclusion that it couldn't be a nicer day, by jumping to the conclusion that they had plenty of time, and by jumping to the conclusion that nothing could go wrong.

The Mathemagician's statement "we just keep digging up the jewels and throwing them out" caused the Humbug to be speechless for the first time in his life. This statement implies that the act of digging up and discarding valuable jewels is meaningless and wasteful. The Humbug, who values jewels more than anything, is left speechless because this statement challenges his belief system and forces him to reconsider the worth and significance of jewels.

If everyone in Digitopolis had names like John or Robert, it would be mixed up because a lot of people have different names than John or Robert. This would create confusion and chaos in Digitopolis, which is known for its precision and order.

The correct answer suggests that if you don't put any effort into something, such as swimming in the Sea of Knowledge, you won't learn anything. This means that simply being surrounded by knowledge is not enough to gain knowledge or understanding. Just like swimming all day in water won't make you wet if you don't actually get in and make an effort to swim, being surrounded by knowledge won't benefit you if you don't actively engage with it and put in the effort to learn.

Milo's word flew in an arc and struck lightly, suggesting that the impact of the word was not forceful but rather gentle. This implies that Milo's word was able to break down the wall through its persuasive or convincing nature, rather than through sheer force or aggression.

The Soundkeeper meant that in order to appreciate and value both silence and sound, one must use them appropriately and in balance. Simply having silence or sound alone is not enough, as they both have their own significance and contribute to the overall experience. The statement suggests that silence alone cannot enhance sound, indicating that silence and sound are complementary and should be used together in order to fully appreciate their impact.