One Handed Catch 16-20
A quiz over Chapters 16-20 from the book One Handed Catch.
Questions and Answers
- 1.
In Chapter 16, it was Karl Obendorfer's birthday. Grandma Obendorfer was very kind to Norm in that she ________________________ .
- A.
Had Norm sign his name to his painting.
- B.
Hung his painting of the Jamboree on their wall.
- C.
BOTH OF THESE
- D.
NONE OF THESE
Correct Answer
C. BOTH OF THESEExplanation
On Karl Obendorfer's birthday, Grandma Obendorfer showed her kindness towards Norm by allowing him to sign his name on his painting. Additionally, she hung his painting of the Jamboree on their wall. Therefore, both of these actions demonstrate Grandma Obendorfer's kindness towards Norm.Rate this question:
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- 2.
In Chapter 16, Norm and his family went to New York (Radio City) where he first spotted _______________ that he wanted for Christmas at Macy's.
- A.
A Raleigh 3-speed racing bike
- B.
Delicious Christmas cookies
- C.
BOTH OF THESE
- D.
NONE OF THESE
Correct Answer
A. A Raleigh 3-speed racing bikeExplanation
In Chapter 16, Norm and his family went to New York (Radio City) where he first spotted a Raleigh 3-speed racing bike that he wanted for Christmas at Macy's.Rate this question:
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- 3.
In Chapter 17, Mrs. Schmidt began to worry about ______________ as it got closer and closer to Christmas.
- A.
Cooking a turkey
- B.
Sugar rationing
- C.
BOTH OF THESE
- D.
NONE OF THESE
Correct Answer
B. Sugar rationingExplanation
In Chapter 17, Mrs. Schmidt started to feel concerned about sugar rationing as Christmas approached. This suggests that there might have been a shortage or limitation on the availability of sugar during that time. Mrs. Schmidt's worry implies that sugar was an important ingredient for her holiday preparations, possibly for baking or making sweets. The mention of sugar rationing indicates that it was a significant issue during that period, affecting people's ability to enjoy traditional holiday treats.Rate this question:
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- 4.
In Chapter 17, who helped Norm bake the Christmas cookies?
- A.
Oma and Carl
- B.
Leon and Ellie
- C.
Carl
- D.
His mother
Correct Answer
C. CarlExplanation
Norm was helped by Carl in baking the Christmas cookies.Rate this question:
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- 5.
In Chapter 17, what did Ellie show the family?
- A.
An edition of Life Magazine that had her picture in it
- B.
A Margaret O'Brien doll
- C.
How she helped Norm bake cookies
- D.
NONE OF THESE
Correct Answer
A. An edition of Life Magazine that had her picture in itExplanation
In Chapter 17, Ellie showed the family an edition of Life Magazine that had her picture in it. This suggests that Ellie achieved some kind of recognition or accomplishment that was featured in the magazine. It could be a significant moment for Ellie, as she wanted to share her achievement with her family. The fact that her picture was in the magazine indicates that she may have been involved in something noteworthy or newsworthy.Rate this question:
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- 6.
In Chapter 18, Norm and his family always ate _____________ food on Christmas Eve.
- A.
Polish
- B.
Chinese
- C.
German
- D.
NONE OF THESE
Correct Answer
C. GermanExplanation
In Chapter 18, Norm and his family always ate German food on Christmas Eve.Rate this question:
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- 7.
In Chapter 18, Ellie told her family while eating out at Happy Valley that she wanted to skip desert in order to __________________________.
- A.
Go to church
- B.
Open presents
- C.
Sing Christmas carols
- D.
NONE OF THESE
Correct Answer
B. Open presentsExplanation
In Chapter 18, Ellie expressed her desire to skip dessert while dining at Happy Valley because she wanted to open presents.Rate this question:
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- 8.
In Chapter 18, Norm complained while opening his presents because all he ever got for Christmas was __________________ .
- A.
Socks
- B.
A tie
- C.
Mittens
- D.
ALL OF THESE
Correct Answer
D. ALL OF THESEExplanation
Norm complained while opening his presents because all he ever got for Christmas was socks, a tie, and mittens. This suggests that Norm is dissatisfied with the repetitive and unexciting nature of his Christmas gifts. He expresses his frustration by complaining about receiving the same types of presents every year.Rate this question:
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- 9.
In Chapter 19, Norm painted a ____________________ with the paints he got for Christmas.
- A.
Jamboree campfire scene
- B.
Futuristic car
- C.
BOTH OF THESE
- D.
NONE OF THESE
Correct Answer
C. BOTH OF THESEExplanation
Norm painted both a Jamboree campfire scene and a futuristic car with the paints he got for Christmas.Rate this question:
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- 10.
In Chapter 19, Norm and his dad, Leon, and ______________ went to the dealership to look at the new Chevy's.
- A.
Mrs. Baumgartner
- B.
Carl
- C.
Ellie
- D.
NONE OF THESE
Correct Answer
B. CarlExplanation
Norm and his dad, Leon, and Carl went to the dealership to look at the new Chevy's.Rate this question:
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