Exploring Chapter 2 of Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing

Peter's father invites Mr. and Mrs. Yarby, the president of Juicy-O, to stay at their home. The family prepares for their visit, but Fudge causes chaos by eating flowers and disrupting dinner. The Yarby's bring gifts, but Fudge's antics continue, leading to their decision to leave for a hotel. The visit ends with Peter's father discarding Juicy-O, as it wasn't selling well.

Why did Peter's father invite Mr. and Mrs. Yarby to stay with them?

• They couldn't find a hotel.

• They were family friends.

• They wanted to save money.

• He thought they would be more comfortable.

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What did Peter's mother do to prepare for the Yarbys' visit?

• She bought new furniture.

• She fixed up Fudge's bedroom.

• She redecorated the living room.

• She hired a chef.

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Why did Peter not like sharing a room with Fudge?

• Fudge talked in his sleep.

• Fudge played loud music.

• Fudge had a nightlight.

• Fudge snored loudly.

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What did Fudge do with the flowers from the dinner table?

• He hid them.

• He threw them away.

• He ate them.

• He gave them to his mother.

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What gift did Mrs. Yarby bring for Fudge?

• A toy car

• A stuffed animal

• A picture book

• A wind-up train

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How did Peter feel about the picture dictionary he received?

• He was excited.

• He was disappointed.

• He was confused.

• He was angry.

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What did Fudge do during dinner that upset the Yarbys?

• He made loud noises.

• He spilled his drink.

• He played with his food.

• He showed them his turtle.

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Why did Mrs. Yarby scream during dessert?

• She saw a spider.

• Fudge wore a scary mask.

• She spilled her coffee.

• Fudge threw food at her.

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What did Fudge do to the Yarbys' suitcase?

• He hid it.

• He broke the lock.

• He packed it with toys.

• He decorated it with stamps.

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What did Peter's father do with the Juicy Oh after the Yarbys left?

• He stored it in the garage.

• He drank it all.

• He gave it away.

• He dumped it in the garbage.

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