The Westing Game Chapters 4-8

Why was Doug Hoo chosen to be the timekeeper for Turtle's adventure at the Westing mansion?

• He was the fastest runner.
• He was the only one to take Turtle's bet.
• He was the only one with a watch.
• The others were too busy to go with Turtle.

Which of the following words best describes Samuel Westing?

• Kind
• Loving
• Eccentric
• Understanding

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CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

What does Turtle leave behind at the Westing mansion?

• Two turkey sandwiches
• A pair of silver earrings
• A compass
• A flashlight

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CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

Who was not invited to the reading of Westing's will?

• Mrs. Hoo
• Theo's and Chris's parents
• Dr. Jake Wexler
• Sandy McSouthers

What does Mr. Hoo say at the will reading that is inappropriate?

• He insults Mr. Westing.
• He makes a joke.
• He advertises for his restaurant by saying they are still accepting reservations.
• He says he wants to get home to watch the football game.

What is significant about Sydelle's dress and her crutches?

• They are the color and pattern of purple waves.
• They are painted in rainbow colors.
• They match the deceased Mr. Westing's clothing.
• They have strange writing on them.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

How does Mr. Westing describe the 16 heirs in his will?

• As his best friends
• As his worst enemies
• As complete strangers
• As his nieces and nephews

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CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

Why won't an autopsy help solve Mr. Westing's murder? 

• Mr. Westing's body has already been embalmed.
• Mr. Westing states in the will that he refuses to have an autopsy done.
• Mr. Westing died of natural causes.
• There is not a doctor available to do the autopsy.

Why do others sigh in relief when Flora Baumbach is named as Turtle's partner?

• They are glad they won't be kicked by a witch
• Flora Baumbach is good with children.
• They are afraid Turtle will spend all the money.
• They dislike Flora Baumbach.

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CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

Which of the following words best describes Grace Windsor Wexler?

• Kind
• Loving
• Arrogant
• Shy

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3