Ramona Quimby, Age 8: Novel Quiz!

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1. What was Ramona so excited to do on the first day of school?

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Ramona was excited to ride the bus on the first day of school.

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Ramona Quimby, Age 8: Novel Quiz! - Quiz

Ramona Quimby, Age 8 is a Children's novel written by American writer Beverly Cleary, published in 1981. The story revolves around Ramona Quimby, a third-grade student who joins a new school and makes some new friends. This story depicts the difficulties and experiences she had during school life. Take this... see morequiz to test your knowledge about chapter 2 Characters and events.
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2. Ramona was going to which school? What Grade?

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Ramona was going to Cedarhurst Primary school and she was in the Third Grade.

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3. What is Ramona's best friend's name?

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Ramona's best friend's name is Howie Kemp.

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4. What did Mr. Quimbly give Ramona on the first day of school?

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Mr. Quimbly gave Ramona an eraser on the first day of school.

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5. What did she call the boy who stole her eraser?

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The correct answer is "Yard Ape" because the question asks what she called the boy who stole her eraser. Out of the given options, "Yard Ape" is the only one that fits the context of someone who steals items and has a negative connotation. "Galaxy Ape" and "Cedarhurst Ape" do not make sense in this context and are unrelated to the question.

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6. What does D.E.A.R. stand for?

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D.E.A.R. stands for "Drop Everything and Read." This acronym is often used in educational settings to encourage students to set aside time for independent reading. The correct answer emphasizes the importance of prioritizing reading and making it a priority by dropping everything else and immersing oneself in a book.

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7. Why does Ramona think Mrs. Whaley called her a show-off and a nuisance?

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Ramona thinks Mrs. Whaley called her a show-off and a nuisance because she overheard Mrs. Whaley saying that.

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8. Where was Beezus going to school?

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Beezus was going to Glenwood, Junior High school.

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9. What type of meat did Mrs. Quimby use in her pot roast?

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Mrs. Quimby used tongue in her pot roast.

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10. Why was the oatmeal dyed blue in their science experiment?

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The oatmeal was dyed blue in the science experiment so that the larvae could be easily seen. By dyeing the oatmeal, the larvae would stand out against the blue background, making it easier for the children to observe and study them. This would allow the children to learn more about the larvae's behavior and characteristics.

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What was Ramona so excited to do on the first day of school?
Ramona was going to which school? What Grade?
What is Ramona's best friend's name?
What did Mr. Quimbly give Ramona on the first day of school?
What did she call the boy who stole her eraser?
What does D.E.A.R. stand for?
Why does Ramona think Mrs. Whaley called her a show-off and a...
Where was Beezus going to school?
What type of meat did Mrs. Quimby use in her pot roast?
Why was the oatmeal dyed blue in their science experiment?
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