Trivia Quiz On The Secret Garden Novel!

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1. Dickon helps Mary with the secret garden, and helps keep the secret.

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Dickon helps Mary with the secret garden and keeps the secret, indicating that the statement is true.

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Trivia Quiz On The Secret Garden Novel! - Quiz

Explore the world of 'The Secret Garden' through this trivia quiz! Assess your knowledge of key characters, plot details, and settings within the novel. Ideal for learners looking to deepen their understanding of classic literature.

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2. After Mary's parents died, Basil tells Mary she will live with_______________.

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After Mary's parents died, Basil tells Mary she will live with her uncle Mr. Archibald Craven.

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3. The _______________helped Mary find the key.

Explanation

The word "helped" suggests that the blank should be filled with an animal that can assist or provide aid. Out of the given options, only a robin is known to help in finding objects. Therefore, the robin helped Mary find the key.

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4. Kamala died because______________________.

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The given answer suggests that Kamala died because she contracted a deadly disease. This implies that her cause of death was not due to external factors such as being shot or poisoned, but rather due to an internal illness. The answer assumes that the disease was severe enough to cause her death.

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5. Mr. Craven buried the key to one of the walled gardens when__________________________.

Explanation

Mr. Craven buried the key to one of the walled gardens when his wife died. This suggests that the key held some significance to his wife, possibly because it was associated with a shared memory or a special place they both cherished. By burying the key, Mr. Craven may have been symbolically preserving their connection and keeping her memory alive.

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6. _____________________is the first person that Mary shows the secret garden to.

Explanation

Dickon is the first person that Mary shows the secret garden to. This can be inferred from the information given in the question. Since Martha, Mr. Weatherstaff, and Mr. Craven are listed as options, but Dickon is not, it can be concluded that Dickon is the correct answer.

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7. At the same time that Mr. Craven started to feel alive again, Colin was saying __________________________.

Explanation

Colin's statement of "I'm going to live forever, and ever, and ever!" suggests that he is experiencing a similar transformation to Mr. Craven. Both characters are starting to feel alive again and are filled with a renewed sense of hope and possibility. Colin's statement reflects his newfound belief in his own longevity and the endless opportunities that lie ahead for him.

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8. Dickon plays a _______________.

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The given question asks what instrument Dickon plays. The correct answer is "wooden pipe." This suggests that Dickon is skilled at playing a musical instrument made of wood, specifically a pipe.

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9. Colin can walk at the end of the story, but he is still very unhappy.

Explanation

The statement says that Colin can walk at the end of the story, but he is still very unhappy. The correct answer is False because the statement implies that Colin's ability to walk should make him happy, but it doesn't. Therefore, even though he can walk, he is still unhappy.

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10. Colin is Mary's ___________________.

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Colin is Mary's cousin, indicating that they are related as cousins.

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11. In the end of the story Mr. Craven is upset that the children were in the garden and refused to go in. 

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The explanation for the given answer, False, is that in the end of the story, Mr. Craven is actually delighted and overjoyed to find the children in the garden. He realizes that the garden has a positive effect on their well-being and allows them to continue spending time there. Therefore, he does not refuse their presence in the garden, but rather encourages it.

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12. How did Mrs. Craven die?

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Mrs. Craven died because she was sitting on a branch that broke, causing her to fall.

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13. Colin likes spending time with Mary because_______________________.

Explanation

Colin enjoys spending time with Mary because it helps him to forget about his illness. Being with Mary provides a distraction from his sickness and allows him to focus on something positive and enjoyable.

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14. Mr. Craven's house does NOT have_________________________.

Explanation

Mr. Craven's house does not have a lot of chickens. This implies that there may be some chickens present in the house, but their number is not significant or substantial. It suggests that the house may have a few chickens or perhaps no chickens at all. However, it is clear that the presence of a large number of chickens is not a characteristic of Mr. Craven's house.

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15. Mr. Craven's house is in _______________________.

Explanation

Mr. Craven's house is located in Yorkshire.

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16. Mary can't understand Martha because of her_________________________.

Explanation

Mary is unable to understand Martha because of her Yorkshire dialect. The Yorkshire dialect refers to the distinct regional variety of English spoken in the county of Yorkshire in England. This dialect includes unique vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammar patterns that may differ significantly from standard English or other regional dialects. Therefore, Mary's difficulty in understanding Martha can be attributed to the differences in their dialects.

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17. Mary found the ______________then the _______________to the secret garden.

Explanation

Mary found the key, which allowed her to open the door to the secret garden. The key is necessary to unlock the door and gain access to the garden.

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18. Who looked over the wall and saw Mary and Dickon in the secret garden?

Explanation

Ben looked over the wall and saw Mary and Dickon in the secret garden.

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19. When Mr. Craven_________________, he stated to feel alive again.

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20. Mr. Craven doesn't visit Colin often because_____________________________.

Explanation

Mr. Craven doesn't visit Colin often because it reminds him of Mrs. Craven.

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21. Dickon has a pet________________.

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The given question states that Dickon has a pet, and out of the options provided, the only option that can be a pet is a horse. Horses can be kept as pets and are often trained and cared for by their owners. Therefore, the correct answer is horse.

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22. Who is Mrs. Sowerby?

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Mrs. Sowerby is Dickon and Martha's mother because the question asks for her identity and the correct answer states that she is their mother.

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23. Who does Mary speak to on her first day in the gardens?

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Mary speaks to Mr Weatherstaff on her first day in the gardens.

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24. Mary planted her own garden, but she didn't' ask Mr. Craven.

Explanation

The statement indicates that Mary planted her own garden without asking Mr. Craven. Therefore, the correct answer is False, implying that Mary did not ask Mr. Craven for permission or assistance in planting her garden.

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25. Sometimes Dickon thinks that he is an animal or a bird and that people can't understand him. 

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The given statement suggests that Dickon believes he is an animal or a bird and feels that people cannot understand him. This implies that Dickon may have a vivid imagination or a strong connection with nature, leading him to identify with animals and birds. It also implies that Dickon may feel misunderstood by others, possibly due to his unique perspective or unconventional behavior. Therefore, the statement "True" is an accurate representation of the given explanation.

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26. The moor is ________________________________.

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The correct answer is "miles and miles of land without any trees." This means that the moor is a vast expanse of land that does not have any trees growing on it. It suggests that the landscape is open and treeless, potentially characterized by grasses, shrubs, or other low-lying vegetation.

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27. Colin and Mary both send back uneaten food to the kitchen so that__________________.

Explanation

Colin and Mary send back uneaten food to the kitchen so that people don't realize they are healthy. This suggests that Colin and Mary may be intentionally leaving food uneaten to give the impression that they are not health-conscious or to avoid drawing attention to their healthy eating habits. By doing so, they may be trying to blend in with others or avoid judgment or scrutiny from those around them.

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28. Ben was always bad-tempered.

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The given statement suggests that Ben was always bad-tempered, but the correct answer is False. This means that the statement is not true and Ben was not always bad-tempered.

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29. Mr. Craven ____________________and ______________________, so he decided to come home. 

Explanation

Mr. Craven received a letter from Mary, which made him feel a certain way. Additionally, he had a dream that influenced his decision to come home.

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30. Kamala is ___________________.

Explanation

Kamala is Mary's servant in London. This is indicated by the statement "Mary's servant in London" in the answer choice.

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Dickon helps Mary with the secret garden, and helps keep the secret.
After Mary's parents died, Basil tells Mary she will live...
The _______________helped Mary find the key.
Kamala died because______________________.
Mr. Craven buried the key to one of the walled gardens...
_____________________is the first person that Mary shows the secret...
At the same time that Mr. Craven started to feel alive again, Colin...
Dickon plays a _______________.
Colin can walk at the end of the story, but he is still very unhappy.
Colin is Mary's ___________________.
In the end of the story Mr. Craven is upset that the children were in...
How did Mrs. Craven die?
Colin likes spending time with Mary because_______________________.
Mr. Craven's house does NOT have_________________________.
Mr. Craven's house is in _______________________.
Mary can't understand Martha because of...
Mary found the ______________then the _______________to the secret...
Who looked over the wall and saw Mary and Dickon in the secret garden?
When Mr. Craven_________________, he stated to feel alive again.
Mr. Craven doesn't visit Colin often...
Dickon has a pet________________.
Who is Mrs. Sowerby?
Who does Mary speak to on her first day in the gardens?
Mary planted her own garden, but she didn't' ask Mr. Craven.
Sometimes Dickon thinks that he is an animal or a bird and that people...
The moor is ________________________________.
Colin and Mary both send back uneaten food to the kitchen so...
Ben was always bad-tempered.
Mr. Craven ____________________and ______________________, so he...
Kamala is ___________________.
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