Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMH Ch. 1-3 Quiz

Where does Mrs. Frisby and her family live?

• In the farmer's house.

• Under a tree.

• In a cinderblock on the Fitzgibbon's farm.

• In the woods.

How does Mrs. Frisby feel when she first realizes Timothy is ill?

• Relieved

• Anxious

• Indifferent

• Excited

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Describe how Mrs. Frisby's character changes from the beginning of Chapter 1 to the end of Chapter 3.

• She becomes more confident and determined.

• She becomes more fearful and hesitant.

• She becomes more indifferent and careless.

• She becomes more joyful and carefree.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

What is the main reason Mrs. Frisby decides to seek help from the rats of NIMH?

• She wants to find food for her family.

• She needs to move her house before the plow comes.

• She is looking for a new home.

• She wants to learn more about the rats.

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CCSS.RI.1.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

How does the plot unfold in Chapter 2 when Mrs. Frisby meets Mr. Ages?

• Mr. Ages refuses to help Mrs. Frisby.

• Mr. Ages gives Mrs. Frisby medicine for Timothy.

• Mr. Ages tells Mrs. Frisby to leave immediately.

• Mr. Ages asks Mrs. Frisby to help him with a task.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

What inference can be made about the rats of NIMH based on Mrs. Frisby's thoughts in Chapter 3?

• They are dangerous and should be avoided.

• They are intelligent and might be able to help her.

• They are lazy and untrustworthy.

• They are friendly and always willing to help.

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CCSS.RI.1.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

How does Mrs. Frisby's interaction with Mr. Ages in Chapter 2 affect her actions in Chapter 3?

• She decides to give up on finding help.

• She becomes more determined to find a solution.

• She decides to move her family immediately.

• She becomes more fearful of the rats.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

What explicit detail from the text supports the idea that Mrs. Frisby is a caring mother?

• She spends time gathering food for herself.

• She risks her safety to get medicine for Timothy.

• She ignores Timothy's illness.

• She leaves her family to find a new home.

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CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

How does the author describe the setting in Chapter 1 to create a sense of urgency?

• By describing the beautiful weather.

• By mentioning the approaching plow.

• By detailing the calm and peaceful environment.

• By focusing on the quietness of the garden.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

What can be inferred about Mrs. Frisby's character based on her actions in the first three chapters?

• She is selfish and only cares about herself.

• She is brave and willing to take risks for her family.

• She is lazy and avoids difficult tasks.

• She is indifferent to her family's needs.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3