Examination Day by Henry Slesar

What was the occasion mentioned at the beginning of the story "Examination Day" by Henry Slesar?

• Dickie's graduation

• Dickie's birthday

• A family reunion

• A government meeting

What type of test was Dickie supposed to take according to his mother?

• A school placement test

• A Government Intelligence test

• A math test

• A science test

How did Dickie's father respond when asked why it had to rain that day?

• He said it was because of the clouds.

• He said it was because rain makes the grass grow.

• He said it was because of the season.

• He said it was unpredictable.

What was Dickie's father's response when asked about the color of the grass?

• He explained the scientific reason.

• He said it was because of the soil.

• He said "Nobody knows."

• He ignored the question.

What incorrect fact about the sun does Dickie's father state?

• It is 93 million miles away.

• It is 5 thousand miles away.

• It is 1 million miles away.

• It is 100 thousand miles away.

What is the purpose of the special test that Dickie has to take?

• To check his physical strength

• To ensure he answers questions truthfully

• To compete with other children

• To test his artistic skills

How does Dickie feel about taking the test?

• Excited

• Indifferent

• Puzzled and slightly frightened

• Very confident

What does the Government give children during the test according to the text?

• A booklet to read

• A peppermint-flavored drink

• A certificate of completion

• A set of instructions

Where does the testing take place?

• In a local school

• At Dickie's home

• In the Government Educational Building

• In an outdoor facility

What does the young man at the desk do when Dickie arrives for his test?

• He congratulates Dickie

• He gives Dickie a test paper

• He checks a list and allows Dickie to enter

• He asks Dickie to leave