Quiz Over The Westing Game Novel By Ellen Raskin

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1. What is causing Angela to have internal conflict?

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Angela is experiencing internal conflict because she does not want to marry Denton, but she is concerned about hurting his feelings and upsetting her mother. This conflict arises from the dilemma of choosing between her own desires and the potential consequences it may have on others.

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Quiz Over The Westing Game Novel By Ellen Raskin - Quiz

Written by Ellen Raskin and published in 1978, The Westing Game is a mystery novel that involves 16 seemingly unrelated heirs of reclusive businessmen Sam Westing, and the challenge of figuring out the secret of his death.

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2. Who does Angela look like?

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Angela looks like Violet.

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3. What name does Doug call Turtle?

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Doug calls Turtle by the name Tabitha Ruth.

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4. Angela finds a strange letter from whom in her tapestry bag?

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Angela finds a strange letter from a crow in her tapestry bag.

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5. All of the clues are taken from what song?

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The correct answer is "America the Beautiful" because all of the clues in the question are references to iconic American songs, and "America the Beautiful" is one of the most well-known patriotic songs in the United States. The other options, such as "The Star Spangled Banner" and "The Yellow Rose of Texas," are also patriotic songs, but "America the Beautiful" is the most fitting choice based on the given clues.

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6. Who dated Violet Westing?

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George dated Violet Westing because it is stated in the question that George is the one who dated her.

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7. What does Doug call Turtle?

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Doug calls Turtle "Tabitha Ruth" because that is her name.

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8. Who does Sandy remember leaving the Sunset Towers on Halloween before Turtle and Doug?

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Sandy remembers Otis and Crow leaving the Sunset Towers on Halloween before Turtle and Doug.

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9. What is a bookie?

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A bookie is a person who takes illegal bets. They act as a middleman between bettors and the gambling operation, accepting and paying out bets on various events. Unlike legal bookmakers, bookies operate outside of the law and are involved in illegal gambling activities. They often have connections to organized crime and may engage in other illegal activities related to gambling.

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10. Which of these are not an heir?

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Violet is not an heir because the question is asking for someone who is not an heir, and Violet is listed among the options. The other options, James Hoo, Sandy, Judge Ford, and Theo's Father, are not explicitly stated as heirs, but Violet is the only one who is specifically mentioned as not being an heir.

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11. What does fiance mean?

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The term "fiance" refers to the person that an individual is engaged to. It specifically denotes the individual who has made a formal commitment to marry another person. The term is commonly used to describe the betrothed partner during the period between the engagement and the wedding ceremony.

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12. Why do you think Angela lied about Sydelle having an incurable disease?

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Angela lied about Sydelle having an incurable disease because she felt sorry for her and wanted to make her feel good. This suggests that Angela may have believed that Sydelle was going through a difficult time and wanted to provide her with some comfort and support. By lying about the disease, Angela may have hoped to boost Sydelle's morale and make her feel better about herself and her situation.

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What is causing Angela to have internal conflict?
Who does Angela look like?
What name does Doug call Turtle?
Angela finds a strange letter from whom in her tapestry bag?
All of the clues are taken from what song?
Who dated Violet Westing?
What does Doug call Turtle?
Who does Sandy remember leaving the Sunset Towers on Halloween before...
What is a bookie?
Which of these are not an heir?
What does fiance mean?
Why do you think Angela lied about Sydelle having an incurable...
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