The Happiness Machine

What is the main theme of "the Happiness Machine"?

• Friendship

• Love

• Happiness

• Adventure

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Who is the author of "The Happiness Machine"?

• J.K. Rowling
• George Orwell
• Ray Bradbury
• Ernest Hemingway

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What is the name of the main character in the story?

• Emily

• Leo

• Mary
• John

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What does Leo build to create happiness?

• A time machine

• A happiness machine

• A magic wand

• A flying car

How do the neighbors initially react to the happiness machine?

• They love it

• They hate it

• They are scared of it

• They are indifferent

What happens when Leo's family tries the happiness machine?

• They become unhappy

• They become too happy

• Nothing happens

• They disappear

What is the lesson learned in "The Happiness Machine"?

• Happiness cannot be manufactured

• Happiness is the most important thing in life

• Money can buy happiness

• Happiness is found in material possessions

What is the setting of the story?

• A small town

• A big city

• A fantasy world

• A spaceship

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Who helps Leo realize the true meaning of happiness?

• His parents

• His best friend

• His teacher

• His neighbor

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How does "The Happiness Machine" end?

• Leo destroys the happiness machine

• Leo becomes permanently happy

• The happiness machine explodes

• The neighbors learn to find happiness in simple things