The Old House — Questions and answers

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What did Elsie's grandmother say about the house?

Choices

  1. It was full of sugared plums.
  2. It could answer any question. ✓
  3. It was lost and didn't know it.
  4. It held true wisdom.

Answer: It could answer any question.

From page 2

How did Elsie feel as she approached the old house's door?

Choices

  1. Bored and sleepy.
  2. Calm and relaxed.
  3. Scared but determined. ✓
  4. Excited to bake.

Answer: Scared but determined.

From page 3

How did Hemlock feel when he found Elsie in the house?

Choices

  1. Happy and relieved.
  2. Angry and upset.
  3. Worried and urgent. ✓
  4. Curious about the mirror.

Answer: Worried and urgent.

From page 5

What is the main lesson the tale of the old house teaches?

Choices

  1. Gilded reflections are more important than friends.
  2. True worth comes from lots of gold and riches.
  3. Shattering mirrors brings bad luck.
  4. True worth is in friendship and self-awareness, not just gold. ✓

Answer: True worth is in friendship and self-awareness, not just gold.

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