Quiz on 'The Blanket' by Floyd Dell

What was the main reason Granddad gave for going to the special home?

• He wanted to be with other old people.

• He wanted to avoid being a nuisance.

• He was excited about the new place.

• He wanted to learn new tunes.

What did Petey think about his father's decision to send Granddad away?

• He was indifferent.

• He was shocked and upset.

• He fully supported it.

• He was happy for his father.

What did Granddad bring out instead of his fiddle?

• A blanket

• A guitar

• A chair

• A songbook

How did the girl react to the blanket?

• She wanted to take it.

• She admired its color.

• She criticized its cost.

• She was indifferent.

What did Petey suggest they do with the blanket?

• Burn it.

• Donate it to charity.

• Cut it in two.

• Keep it as a memory.

What was the atmosphere like on the night they spent together?

• Busy and noisy

• Cold and uncomfortable

• Calm and pleasant

• Stormy and dark

What did Granddad say about the blanket?

• It was a fine gift.

• It was too big.

• It was not warm enough.

• It was too heavy.

What did Petey think about the girl his father was going to marry?

• He was indifferent to her.

• He thought she was too young.

• He liked her.

• He disliked her.

What did Granddad play for Petey?

• A sad song

• A happy tune

• A dance melody

• A lullaby

What was Petey's age?

• Thirteen

• Twelve

• Eleven

• Ten