Sarah Plain And Tall Book Quiz! Trivia

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    Papa puts an ad in the paper for a:

    • Horse
    • Nanny
    • Wife
    • House keeper
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Test your knowledge of the beloved book 'Sarah, Plain and Tall' with this trivia quiz! Covering key plot points and character insights, it's perfect for fans and young readers.

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  • 2. 

    Sarah brings the children:

    • New clothes

    • Apples

    • A bag full of small cystals

    • A shell and a stone

    Correct Answer
    A. A shell and a stone
    Explanation
    Sarah brings the children a shell and a stone as a gift or souvenir. These items are likely collected from a beach or natural environment. The new clothes may be for the children to wear, while the apples are a snack or treat. The bag full of small crystals could be a separate gift or a collection that Sarah has gathered. Overall, the shell and stone are unique items that the children can keep and treasure.

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  • 3. 

    Caleb likes to ask Anna about:

    • How to do things.

    • What he was like when he was born.

    • Homework.

    • How to fix things.

    Correct Answer
    A. What he was like when he was born.
    Explanation
    Caleb likes to ask Anna about what he was like when he was born. This suggests that Caleb is curious about his own past and wants to know more about himself as a baby. He may be interested in learning about his physical appearance, personality traits, or any significant events surrounding his birth. By seeking this information from Anna, Caleb is likely trying to gain a better understanding of his own identity and personal history.

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  • 4. 

    Caleb was afraid Sarah would leave because he was too loud and pesky and the house was too small.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The given statement suggests that Caleb was afraid Sarah would leave because he believed that he was too loud and pesky, and also because the house they lived in was too small. This implies that Caleb's fear was based on his perception of his own behavior and the limitations of their living space. Therefore, the statement is true.

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  • 5. 

    Anna hopes that Sarah will:

    • Do all of the housework.

    • Like to sing.

    • Bake pies.

    • Teach her how to read.

    Correct Answer
    A. Like to sing.
    Explanation
    Anna hopes that Sarah will like to sing. This is indicated by the use of the word "hopes" which suggests that Anna desires or wishes for Sarah to have a liking for singing. The other options do not have any indication or connection to Anna's hopes or desires. Therefore, the correct answer is "like to sing."

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  • 6. 

    When Sarah dries flowers for the winter, Caleb hopes Sarah will:

    • Use the flowers to make the house prettier.

    • Teach them about wildflowers.

    • Make something out of them.

    • Stay with them and be with them in the winter.

    Correct Answer
    A. Stay with them and be with them in the winter.
    Explanation
    Caleb hopes that Sarah will stay with them and be with them in the winter when she dries the flowers. This suggests that Caleb values Sarah's company and wants her to be present during the winter season. The other options - using the flowers to make the house prettier, teaching them about wildflowers, and making something out of them - do not indicate a desire for Sarah's presence and companionship.

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  • 7. 

    Papa teaches Sarah to:   •  cut the wool from the sheep. •  make bread and cheese. (your response) •  plow the fields. (correct answer) •  plant a garden

    • Plant a garden

    • Plow the fields.

    • Cut the wool from the sheep.

    • Make bread.

    Correct Answer
    A. Plow the fields.
    Explanation
    Papa teaches Sarah to plow the fields. This means that he is teaching her how to use a plow to prepare the soil for planting crops. This is a common agricultural practice where the soil is turned over to loosen it and remove weeds before planting. It requires skill and knowledge to properly operate a plow and ensure that the fields are ready for planting.

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  • 8. 

    Caleb wants to know if Sarah will bring:

    • The sea with her.

    • Presents for him and Anna.

    • Her brother.

    • Another pet.

    Correct Answer
    A. The sea with her.
  • 9. 

    When Caleb tells Sarah he thought she was leaving, Sarah says she:  

    • Will be leaving on the next train.

    • Wanted to live in town.

    • Would miss her new family more than she misses the sea.

    • Will not leave until winter is over.

    Correct Answer
    A. Would miss her new family more than she misses the sea.
    Explanation
    Sarah's response suggests that she values her new family more than she values the sea. This implies that she is attached to her new family and would feel a greater sense of loss if she were to leave them compared to leaving the sea.

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  • 10. 

    Sarah tells Caleb and Anna she will:

    • Teach them to swim.

    • Ride horses with them.

    • Take them to the sea.

    • Teach them how to read.

    Correct Answer
    A. Teach them to swim.
    Explanation
    Sarah is offering to teach Caleb and Anna how to swim. This is evident from the statement "teach them to swim." The other options, such as riding horses and going to the sea, are not mentioned by Sarah as things she will do with Caleb and Anna. Similarly, teaching them how to read is not mentioned either. Therefore, the correct answer is that Sarah will teach them to swim.

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  • 11. 

    Sarah brought back from town:

    • Two new pigs.

    • A new dress.

    • Plants for the garden.

    • Colored pencils.

    Correct Answer
    A. Colored pencils.
  • 12. 

    In the summer, Sarah asks Caleb and Anna to:

    • Tell her about their mother.

    • Do their chores.

    • Talk about a writer.

    • Tell her about winter.

    Correct Answer
    A. Tell her about winter.
    Explanation
    Sarah asks Caleb and Anna to tell her about winter. This suggests that Sarah is interested in learning about winter and wants Caleb and Anna to share their experiences or knowledge about the season. The other options, such as talking about their mother, doing chores, or discussing a writer, are not mentioned in relation to Sarah's request. Therefore, the correct answer is to tell her about winter.

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  • 13. 

    When Sarah goes to town, Caleb is afraid she will get hurt in the wagon.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement suggests that Caleb is afraid Sarah will get hurt in the wagon when she goes to town. However, the answer is false because there is no indication or evidence provided to support this claim. The statement simply states Caleb's fear without any context or reasoning behind it. Therefore, it cannot be concluded that Caleb is actually afraid of Sarah getting hurt in the wagon.

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  • 14. 

    Papa tells Anna and Caleb about Sarah after:

    • The children say they want a new mother.

    • Caleb asks him why he doesn't sing anymore.

    • Matthew tells Papa how happy he is.

    • The children say they want a new mother.

    Correct Answer
    A. Caleb asks him why he doesn't sing anymore.
    Explanation
    Caleb asks Papa why he doesn't sing anymore. This suggests that Caleb is interested in Papa's singing and wants to know why he has stopped. This could be a clue that Caleb is curious about Sarah because she may have been the reason why Papa used to sing. By asking this question, Caleb indirectly brings up the topic of Sarah and prompts Papa to tell Anna and Caleb about her.

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  • 15. 

    Caleb thinks that Sarah will like him and Anna because:

    • They are nice children.

    • She has never had children before.

    • They made her a present.

    • They have been writing to her.

    Correct Answer
    A. They are nice children.
    Explanation
    Caleb thinks that Sarah will like him and Anna because they are nice children. This suggests that Caleb believes Sarah will appreciate their good behavior and pleasant personalities. It implies that Caleb believes Sarah values kindness and enjoys being around well-behaved children.

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  • 16. 

    Caleb and Anna are scared that Sarah will:

    • Bring her brother.

    • Not like them.

    • Miss the sea or not like their house.

    • Hate their pets (the dogs)

    Correct Answer
    A. Miss the sea or not like their house.
    Explanation
    Caleb and Anna are scared that Sarah will miss the sea or not like their house. This suggests that Caleb and Anna are concerned about Sarah's potential dissatisfaction with their living arrangements, specifically the location of their house and its proximity to the sea. They want Sarah to enjoy her time with them and feel comfortable in their home.

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  • 17. 

    Sarah looks sad when she:

    • Getting a letter from her brother.

    • Listens to the sea in a shell.

    • Looks at drawings of the sea.

    • Hears someone else talk about the sea.

    Correct Answer
    A. Listens to the sea in a shell.
    Explanation
    Sarah looks sad when she listens to the sea in a shell. This suggests that the sound of the sea in a shell may remind her of something or someone that makes her feel sad. It could be a memory associated with the sea or a person she misses. The sound may evoke feelings of longing or nostalgia, leading to her sad expression.

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  • 18. 

    Maggie tells Sarah that it's wrong to be lonely.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Loneliness is generally considered to be a negative emotion or state of being. It can have detrimental effects on a person's mental and physical health. Maggie's statement suggests that she believes being lonely is wrong, implying that she views loneliness as something that should be avoided or overcome. Therefore, the correct answer is true.

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  • 19. 

    In "Sarah, Plain and Tall," Sarah comes from the state of __________ to live with the Witting family.

    Correct Answer
    Maine, maine
    Explanation
    In Patricia MacLachlan's book "Sarah, Plain and Tall," the character Sarah Wheaton comes from Maine to the prairie to live with the Witting family. This detail is significant to the story as it highlights the geographical and cultural differences Sarah experiences as she adapts to her new life.

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