The Ghost of Spruce Point by Nancy Tandon

Where is Spruce Point located?

• In the middle of a city.

• On a rocky coastline.

• Deep in a forest.

• Near a desert.

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What is the main character, Parker, trying to discover?

• A hidden treasure.

• A lost city.

• The truth about a ghost.

• A new species of animal.

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Who does Parker team up with to solve the mystery?

• His teacher.

• His cousin.

• His sister and a friend.

• A detective.

What unusual events start happening at Spruce Point?

• Animals disappearing.

• Strange noises and sightings.

• A lighthouse flashing at odd times.

• The weather changing suddenly.

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What does Parker find that gives him clues about the ghost?

• A dusty old book.

• An old journal.

• A map.

• A broken compass.

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How does Parker feel about the ghost stories at first?

• He doesn’t believe in them.

• He is very scared.

• He thinks they are funny.

• He is excited to meet a ghost.

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What does Parker discover about the ghost by the end of the story?

• It’s just a trick.

• It’s actually a friendly animal.

• It’s not real.

• It has a connection to his family.

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What lesson does Parker learn throughout his adventure?

• Always be afraid of the unknown.

• Things aren’t always what they seem.

• Ghosts are always scary.

• Don’t go on adventures.

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What role does the lighthouse play in the story?

• It’s connected to the mystery of the ghost.

• It’s where Parker and his friends live.

• It’s where the treasure is hidden.

• It’s where Parker goes to hide.

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How does the story end?

• Parker leaves Spruce Point forever.

• The ghost is never explained.

• Parker decides to write a book about his adventure.

• The mystery of the ghost is solved, and Spruce Point feels safe again.

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