Tom's School Adventures Quiz

Why does Tom dread going to school on Monday morning?

• He doesn’t like his teacher

• He has to face Becky Thatcher

• He is tired and wants to stay in bed

• He didn’t do his homework

What does Tom pretend to have to avoid going to school?

• A headache

• A toothache

• A broken arm

• A stomachache

What other illness does Tom try to fake to get out of going to school?

• Scarlet fever

• Mumps

• The measles

• A sore throat

Who eventually catches Tom faking his illnesses?

• His aunt

• His cousin

• His brother Sid

• His teacher

What does Aunt Polly offer to do to cure Tom’s “toothache”?

• Give him medicine

• Tie his tooth with thread and pull it out

• Let him stay home from school

• Take him to the doctor

How does Tom feel after Aunt Polly discovers his trick?

• Embarrassed

• Angry

• Happy to go to school

• Proud of his cleverness

What new character does Tom notice on his way to school?

• A new boy in town

• Becky Thatcher

• The school principal

• Joe Harper

What does Tom do to try and impress Becky Thatcher?

• Jumps over a fence

• Shows off his somersaults

• Tries to talk to her

• Draws a picture for her

How does Tom’s mood change when he sees Becky?

• He feels more cheerful

• He becomes even more upset

• He ignores her and walks away

• He decides to go home

What does Aunt Polly’s reaction to Tom’s trick show about her character?

• She is easily fooled

• She cares deeply about Tom, despite his tricks

• She doesn’t pay much attention to Tom

• She is strict and unforgiving