The Westing Game Ch 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 sandwiches

• a flashlight

• a silver cross on a chain

• All of these

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 answer.

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

• Mrs. Hoo

• Theo & Chris's parents

• Dr. 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 and 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.

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.

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 died of natural causes.

• There is not a doctor available to do the autopsy.

Why did someone dress the deceased Mr. Westing as Uncle Sam? Choose ALL that apply.

• He thinks of himself as an uncle to his "nieces and nephews".

• He loves the 4th of July and wanted to be dressed as an American symbol for his funeral.

• Since his name is Sam, he chose the nickname, Uncle Sam, and dressed the part.

• He always loved dressing in costumes in life, so he wanted to be dressed in costume in death.