The Westing Game 4-6

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

What does Turtle leave behind at the Westing mansion?

• Two peanut butter and jelly sandwhiches
• A flashlight
• A silver cross on a chain
• All of the above

Which of the following sentences from the novel help you understand the meaning of the word beneficiary?

• Otis Amber knew what the letters said, because one was addressed to him
• It means position, like a job
• Means old man Westing left you some money
• Most receipts have that to make sure the right person gets the right letter

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

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

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.W.6.9A

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
• The match the deceased Mr. Westing's clothing
• They have strange writing on them

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

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.4

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

• Mr. Westing has already been prepared for cremation
• Mr. Westing states in the will that he refuses to have an autopsy done
• Mr. Westing dies of natural causes
• There is not a doctor available to do the autopsy 

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CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

(pick Option B. Free point!)

• This is the wrong answer.
• This is the correct answer.
• This is also the wrong answer.
• This is most definitely the wrong answer.