Miss Mapp's Adventures in Tilling

What was Miss Mapp doing in the public garden?

• Gardening

• Sketching

• Reading a book

• Eating lunch

Answer explanation

Miss Mapp was sketching in the public garden, which indicates her artistic activity rather than gardening, reading, or eating lunch.

What did Miss Mapp hear that indicated it was time to go home?

• A phone ringing

• A dog barking

• The church bell ringing

• Children playing

Answer explanation

Miss Mapp heard the church bell ringing, which typically signals the end of an event or time to return home, making it the correct indication for her to leave.

What type of vehicle did Miss Mapp see on Curfew Street?

• A car

• A bicycle

• A pantechnicon van

• A bus

Answer explanation

Miss Mapp saw a pantechnicon van on Curfew Street, which is a large vehicle typically used for transporting goods. This distinguishes it from the other options like a car, bicycle, or bus.

What was the significance of the number 'Tilling 76'?

• It was a local shop's number

• It was Lady Deal's number

• It was a street address

• It was Miss Mapp's number

Answer explanation

The number 'Tilling 76' is significant as it was Lady Deal's number, indicating her connection to the community and serving as a point of contact for others in the story.

Who was the new tenant of Suntrap?

• Miss Mapp

• Lady Deal

• Diva

• Susie

Answer explanation

Lady Deal is identified as the new tenant of Suntrap, distinguishing her from the other options provided. Miss Mapp, Diva, and Susie are not associated with this role.

What did Miss Mapp think about Lady Deal?

• She was a gardener

• She was a male impersonator

• She was a famous actress

• She was a kind lady

Answer explanation

Miss Mapp believed Lady Deal was a male impersonator, reflecting her perception of Lady Deal's unconventional behavior and style, which contrasted with the other options that do not align with Miss Mapp's views.

What did Diva and Evie discover about Lady Deal during their visit?

• She was not home

• She was a famous singer

• She was Miss Mapp's friend

• She was a male impersonator

Answer explanation

During their visit, Diva and Evie discovered that Lady Deal was a male impersonator, which was a surprising revelation about her identity.

What did Miss Mapp do when she reached her door after lunch?

• Sat down

• Opened the door

• Called for help

• Started sketching again

Answer explanation

When Miss Mapp reached her door after lunch, she opened the door. This action indicates her intent to enter or access her home, making 'Opened the door' the correct choice.

What was Miss Mackintosh's relationship to Lady Deal?

• She was her neighbor

• She was her sister

• She was her governess

• She was her friend

Answer explanation

Miss Mackintosh was Lady Deal's governess, which means she was responsible for her education and upbringing, distinguishing her role from that of a neighbor, sister, or friend.

What did Miss Mapp feel about the news of Lady Deal?

• Excited

• Indifferent

• Angry

• Confused

Answer explanation

Miss Mapp felt excited about the news of Lady Deal, as it likely presented an opportunity for social engagement or competition, which she often relished.