The Secret Garden Trivia: Ultimate Novel Quiz

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1. This person is Mary's uncle.  His wife has been dead for 10 years.  Who is it?

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Based on the information given, Mr. Craven is the correct answer because he is Mary's uncle and his wife has been dead for 10 years. This implies that Mary's aunt was Mr. Craven's wife, and since she is deceased, he is the only remaining option.

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Explore the mysteries of 'The Secret Garden' in this ultimate trivia quiz. Test your knowledge on characters, plot elements, and key themes. Ideal for enhancing comprehension and engagement with this classic novel.

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2. What does Mary hear echoing throughout the house?

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Mary hears someone crying echoing throughout the house. This suggests that there is a person in distress or sadness present in the house, and their cries can be heard reverberating through the rooms. It implies that there may be a person in need of comfort or assistance, creating a somber and possibly unsettling atmosphere within the house.

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3. This person can speak to the animals, and  is Martha's brother.  Who is it?

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Dickon is the correct answer because the statement mentions that this person can speak to animals, which is a characteristic of Dickon in the story "The Secret Garden" by Frances Hodgson Burnett. Additionally, the statement also states that this person is Martha's brother, and in the story, Martha's brother is indeed Dickon.

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4. This person was Mrs. Medlock's assistant servant.  Who is it?

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Martha is the correct answer because the question states that this person was Mrs. Medlock's assistant servant. Since Mary and Mary's aunt are not mentioned in relation to Mrs. Medlock, Martha is the most logical choice.

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5. Her parents never paid any attention to her because they were too busy attending parties.  Who is it?

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Based on the given information, Mary is the most likely answer. The statement mentions that her parents never paid any attention to her because they were too busy attending parties. This suggests that Mary is being neglected by her parents, indicating that she is the person referred to in the question.

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6. This person was Mr. Craven's housekeeper.  Who is it?

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Mrs. Medlock is the correct answer because she is described as Mr. Craven's housekeeper. This implies that she is responsible for managing the household and taking care of the housekeeping duties. Mary and Mandy are not mentioned as being housekeepers, so they are not the correct answer.

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7. What is wrong with Colin?

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Colin's inability to walk is identified as the problem because the other options, not knowing how to cry or talk, are common developmental milestones that individuals typically acquire at a certain age. However, not being able to walk is a more significant issue as it hinders his mobility and independence.

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8. This person thinks he cannot walk, and is Mr. Craven's son.  Who is it?

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Colin is the correct answer because the statement mentions that this person thinks he cannot walk and is Mr. Craven's son. Colin is Mr. Craven's son and he believes he cannot walk due to a psychological condition.

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9. What is the gardener's name?

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The correct answer is Ben because the question asks for the gardener's name, and out of the three options given (Bob, Bill, and Ben), Ben is the only name that matches the question.

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10. Mary's parents die in an earthquake.

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In "The Secret Garden," Mary Lennox's parents die due to a cholera outbreak, not an earthquake. The story begins with this tragedy, which leads to Mary being orphaned and sent from India to England to live with her uncle. The narrative does not mention an earthquake as the cause of their death. Instead, the book details how the disease rapidly affected her family's household, leaving Mary as the sole survivor.
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This person is Mary's uncle.  His wife has been dead for 10...
What does Mary hear echoing throughout the house?
This person can speak to the animals, and  is Martha's...
This person was Mrs. Medlock's assistant servant.  ...
Her parents never paid any attention to her because they were too busy...
This person was Mr. Craven's housekeeper.  Who is it?
What is wrong with Colin?
This person thinks he cannot walk, and is Mr. Craven's son.  ...
What is the gardener's name?
Mary's parents die in an earthquake.
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