The Westing Game Part 2

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

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

2. Which of the following words best describes Samuel Westing?

• a. kind
• b. loving
• c. eccentric
• d. understanding

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3. What does Turtle leave behind at the Westing mansion?

• a. Two peanut butter and jelly sandwiches
• b. A flashlight
• c. A silver cross on a chain
• d. All of the above

4. Which of the following sentences from the novel helps you understand the meaning of the word BENEFICIARY?

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

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5. Who was not invited to the reading of Westing’s will?

• a. Mrs. Hoo
• b. Theo’s and Chris’s parents
• c. Dr. Wexler
• d. Sandy McSouthers

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

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

7. What is significant about Sydelle’s dress and her crutches?

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

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

• a. As his best friends
• b. As his worst enemies
• c. As complete strangers
• d. As his nieces and nephews

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

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

10. Why does Denton Deere try to diagnose the heirs at the reading of the will?

• a. He wants to cure their diseases.
• b. He is trying to look smart in front of Angela.
• c. He is practicing what he is learning at the hospital.
• d. None of the above

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