Quiz for Chapters 1-2 of 'The Thing about Oliver'

What does Tilly want to be when she finishes school?

• A chef.

• A marine scientist.

• A zoologist.

• To explore outer space.

Why did Tilly want to be a marine scientist?

• So she can swim with dolphins.

• So she can ride in boats.

• Because she enjoys exploring underwater caves.

• To teach people to protect oceans and to learn about marine life.

Tilly's favourite colour is ______.

What colour is aqua?

• Vivid yellow.

• Dark red.

• A shade of blue-green.

• Dark brown.

What hangs around Tilly's neck?

Why does Tilly have a key around her neck?

• It is a key to her bedroom so that she can keep all her precious things safe.

• It is a car key.

• It is a key to her locker at school.

• It is a key to her friend’s house.

Why do you think their mum is “flat”?

• Mum is excited and happy.

• Mum is hungry and looking for food.

• Mum is planning a surprise party.

• Mum is tired and exhausted from looking after Oliver.

Choose the reasons why Tilly can't learn to swim.

• It is too
  expensive.

• There is no water in the local pool.

• Tilly doesn't want to learn to swim.

• They are too busy at appointments with Oliver.

Their front yard is like a dust bowl and there
is no water or grass for the cattle and sheep because there is a
_________.

Why does the fence need to be high?

• • To keep birds away.

• • So that Oliver can’t get out.

• • To block the view of the neighbours.

• • Because it looks nice.