“Lost and Found” Quiz

1. Who is the narrator of the story?

• Devaun
• Justin
• Mom
• Mr. Rumkowsky

2. What is Justin’s problem at the beginning of the story?

• He missed recess.
• He lost his hamster.
• He can’t find his hat.
• His friends need his help.

3. At the beginning of the story, how does Justin feel about going to Mr. Rumkowsky’s office?

• angry
• daring
• excited
• frightened

4. In the sentence “‘I think I recall seeing a hat like that,’” the word recall means ______.

• forgot
• remember
• talked about
• wished for

5. Which sentence shows how Mr. Rumkowsky feels about Justin’s hat?

• “‘What do you want?’ a rumbly voice asked.”
• “‘What’s so important about it?’ Mr. Rumkowsky growled.'”
• “‘Well, come in then.’”
• “Mr. Rumkowsky actually smiled. ‘Come back any time.’”

6. What happens at the end of the story?

• Justin finds his hat.
• Justin finds Devaun’s jacket.
• Justin finds his mom’s hat.
• Justin finds Devaun’s scarf.

7. Why does Justin say “I knew that already” at the end of the story?

• He knows his mom lost her hat.
• He knows that Gran found his hat.
• He knows his mom has a hat like his.
• He knows Mr. Rumkowsky is nice.

8. What lesson does Justin learn?

• Be happy with what you have.
• Grandparents always know best.
• It’s important to be a good friend.
• People are not always how they seem.