Sredni Vashtar Quiz

What was the doctor's opinion about Conradin's health?

• He would live for many more years.

• He would not live another five years.

• He was perfectly healthy.

• He needed to exercise more.

How did Conradin feel about his guardian, Mrs. de Ropp?

• He loved her dearly.

• He hated her with a desperate sincerity.

• He was indifferent towards her.

• He admired her greatly.

What did Conradin worship in the tool-shed?

• A statue of a saint.

• His pet hen.

• Sredni Vashtar, the great ferret.

• A collection of toys.

What offerings did Conradin make to Sredni Vashtar?

• Fresh fruits and vegetables.

• Red flowers and powdered nutmeg.

• Candles and incense.

• Nothing at all.

What did Mrs. de Ropp do to Conradin's Houdan hen?

• She sold it.

• She gave it to a friend.

• She let it roam free.

• She bought another one.

What was Conradin's secret prayer to Sredni Vashtar?

• To help him with his studies.

• To take care of the hen.

• To do one thing for him.

• To make him healthy.

What did Conradin fear would happen if Mrs. de Ropp discovered Sredni Vashtar?

• She would take him away.

• She would be angry.

• She would ignore him.

• She would be pleased.

What did Conradin do when he saw the polecat-ferret?

• He dropped on his knees.

• He ran away.

• He called for help.

• He ignored it.

What was Tom Yorkfield's profession?

• Artist

• Farmer

• Teacher

• Doctor

How much did Laurence sell his painting for?

• One hundred pounds

• Two hundred pounds

• Three hundred pounds

• Four hundred pounds