1.
What does Billy call his grandmother?
Correct Answer
C. Nan
Explanation
Billy calls his grandmother "Nan" as per the given options.
2.
Who misses Mum?
Correct Answer
B. Billy
Explanation
Billy misses Mum because he is the one mentioned in the question. The question asks "Who misses Mum?" and Billy is one of the options given. Therefore, it can be inferred that Billy is the one who misses Mum.
3.
What does Billy do because his father and grandfather did it?
Correct Answer
D. Box
Explanation
Billy boxes because his father and grandfather did it. Boxing is a sport that is often passed down through generations, with family members inspiring and teaching each other. Billy's father and grandfather likely introduced him to the sport and taught him the skills and techniques involved in boxing. As a result, Billy has taken up boxing as a way to connect with his family and carry on their tradition.
4.
What did Billy imagine the practice bag was when he was hitting it?
Correct Answer
A. George's face
Explanation
Billy imagined that the practice bag was George's face when he was hitting it.
5.
When the book starts, Billy's dad and brother are on strike.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
The given statement states that when the book starts, Billy's dad and brother are on strike. This means that at the beginning of the book, both Billy's dad and brother are participating in a strike, indicating that the statement is true.
6.
Billy's dad and George like it when Billy dances when he is boxing.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
The statement suggests that both Billy's dad and George enjoy watching Billy dance while he is boxing. However, this is not a logical or realistic scenario. Boxing requires focus, agility, and concentration, and dancing would only distract Billy from his boxing technique. Therefore, it is unlikely that Billy's dad and George would appreciate him dancing while boxing, making the answer "False" more plausible.
7.
Who is Billy's ballet teacher?
Correct Answer
D. Mrs. Wilkinson
Explanation
The correct answer is Mrs. Wilkinson because the question asks for Billy's ballet teacher and Mrs. Wilkinson is the only option that fits this description. The other options do not mention anything about being a ballet teacher.
8.
Who else in Billy's family was a dancer?
Correct Answer
C. Nan
Explanation
Nan is the correct answer because the question asks about someone in Billy's family who was a dancer. Out of the options given, Tony, Debbie, and Billy's father are not mentioned to be dancers. Therefore, the only option left is Nan, who is implied to be a dancer in Billy's family.
9.
How much did Billy have to pay for ballet lessons?
Correct Answer
B. 50 pence
Explanation
Billy had to pay 50 pence for ballet lessons.
10.
Billy's family was rich.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
The given statement is "Billy's family was rich." The correct answer is False. This means that Billy's family was not rich.
11.
What does Billy think about all the time?
Correct Answer
A. Dancing
Explanation
Billy thinks about dancing all the time.
12.
What does Billy's dad say boys should do?
Correct Answer
D. Play football or box
Explanation
Billy's dad believes that boys should engage in physical activities that involve both teamwork and individual skill. He suggests that boys should either play football, which requires coordination and cooperation with teammates, or box, which is a sport that demands individual strength and strategy. By encouraging these activities, Billy's dad promotes both physical fitness and the development of important social and physical skills.
13.
Billy's dad was angry the first time he saw him taking dance lessons.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
The explanation for the answer "True" is that Billy's dad was angry when he saw him taking dance lessons for the first time. This suggests that Billy's dad had a negative reaction or disapproval towards his son's decision to take dance lessons.
14.
Billy's dance teacher likes his dad.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
The statement suggests that Billy's dance teacher likes his dad. Since we are given no information or context about Billy's dad or his relationship with the dance teacher, we cannot determine whether the statement is true or false. Therefore, the correct answer is false as it cannot be confirmed based on the given information.
15.
What was Michael wearing when Billy went to his house?
Correct Answer
C. His sister's dress
Explanation
Michael was wearing his sister's dress when Billy went to his house.
16.
Where did Billy have to go for the audition?
Correct Answer
B. London
Explanation
Billy had to go to London for the audition.
17.
Who did Billy's ballet teacher tell him to dance for?
Correct Answer
A. His mum
Explanation
Billy's ballet teacher told him to dance for his mum. This suggests that his mother is the intended audience or recipient of Billy's ballet performance. It implies that Billy's ballet teacher believes that his mother would appreciate or enjoy his dance.
18.
The government used the police to frighten people.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
The statement suggests that the government employed the police force as a means to instill fear in the population. This implies that the government may have used the police to intimidate or control the people, possibly to discourage dissent or maintain power. As the answer is "True," it indicates that the statement accurately reflects the government's use of the police in this manner.
19.
Who hit Tony in the face?
Correct Answer
B. Billy's dad
Explanation
Billy's dad hit Tony in the face.
20.
Who did Billy think was talking to him when he was drinking milk in the kitchen?
Correct Answer
C. Mum
Explanation
Billy thought his Mum was talking to him when he was drinking milk in the kitchen.
21.
Who attacked the police horse?
Correct Answer
D. Tony
Explanation
Tony is the correct answer because the question asks who attacked the police horse, and out of the given options, Tony is the only person mentioned.
22.
When Tony met Billy's dance teacher for the first time, he wanted Billy to be a dancer.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
When Tony met Billy's dance teacher for the first time, there is no information given about Tony wanting Billy to be a dancer. The statement only states that Tony met Billy's dance teacher, but it does not mention Tony's desires or intentions regarding Billy's career choice. Therefore, it is not possible to conclude that Tony wanted Billy to be a dancer based on the given information.
23.
What did Billy's dad have to use as wood for the fire on Christmas?
Correct Answer
C. The piano
Explanation
Billy's dad had to use the piano as wood for the fire on Christmas. This suggests that the piano was either old, damaged, or no longer in use, so it was repurposed as a source of wood to keep the fire going.
24.
Billy's friend Michael is gay.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
The statement indicates that Billy's friend Michael is gay. This means that Michael is attracted to people of the same gender. Since being gay is a valid sexual orientation, the answer "True" is correct.
25.
Who saw Billy dancing with Michael in the boxing ring?
Correct Answer
B. Billy's dad
Explanation
Billy's dad saw Billy dancing with Michael in the boxing ring. This can be inferred from the given options, as they all refer to people who are related to Billy. However, since the question specifically asks who saw Billy dancing with Michael, the correct answer would be Billy's dad.
26.
What did Billy's dad sell to get money to take Billy to London?
Correct Answer
A. A ring
Explanation
Billy's dad sold a ring to get money to take Billy to London.
27.
Who did Tony ask for money to help Billy go to London?
Correct Answer
D. George
Explanation
Tony asked George for money to help Billy go to London.
28.
Tony said that he became friends with his dad because of ballet dancing.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
The given statement suggests that Tony and his dad became friends due to their shared interest in ballet dancing. This implies that they both enjoy and engage in this activity together, which has helped strengthen their bond and develop a friendship. Therefore, the statement is true.
29.
How old was Billy when he went to London for the first time?
Correct Answer
C. 12
Explanation
Billy was 12 years old when he went to London for the first time.
30.
Who went to London with Billy?
Correct Answer
B. His father
Explanation
Billy went to London with his father.
31.
When Billy's dad was talking to the teachers at the auditorium, he said that he wanted Billy to be a ballet dancer.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
The given statement suggests that Billy's dad expressed a desire for Billy to become a ballet dancer while talking to the teachers at the auditorium. Therefore, the correct answer is true.
32.
Who gave Billy's dad an envelope with fifty pence in it for Billy's future?
Correct Answer
A. Gary
Explanation
Gary gave Billy's dad an envelope with fifty pence in it for Billy's future.
33.
Billy's dad was angry that Billy got into the dance school.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
The statement "Billy's dad was angry that Billy got into the dance school" is not supported by any information given in the question. The question does not provide any context or reasons for Billy's dad to be angry about Billy getting into the dance school. Therefore, the correct answer is False, indicating that there is no evidence to support the claim that Billy's dad was angry about him joining the dance school.
34.
Who did Billy's dad say helped him change his mind about dancing?
Correct Answer
B. Billy's mum
Explanation
Billy's dad said that Billy's mum helped him change his mind about dancing.
35.
Billy's brother and dad are happy for Billy when they see him dancing in the theater.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
Billy's brother and dad being happy for him when they see him dancing in the theater indicates that they are supportive and proud of his talent and passion. This suggests a positive and loving family dynamic, where they appreciate and encourage each other's interests and achievements.
36.
Billy becomes the main dancer for what ballet company?
Correct Answer
C. The Royal Ballet Company
Explanation
Billy becomes the main dancer for The Royal Ballet Company.