Exploring the Herdman Siblings in The Best Christmas Pageant Ever

What does Mrs. Armstrong emphasize about the Christmas pageant roles?

• Only the best actors should get the main parts.

• Everyone should have a chance to participate.

• The same people should always get the main parts.

• Only adults should play the main roles.

Why does Mother turn off the heat under the pork chops?

• She is preparing to serve dinner.

• She is finished cooking.

• She is distracted by Mrs. Armstrong's call.

• She is about to leave the house.

What is the main reason Mother is already sick of the pageant by Sunday?

• She has too many other responsibilities.

• She is overwhelmed by Mrs. Armstrong's constant calls.

• She dislikes Christmas.

• She doesn't enjoy working with children.

Who volunteers to play Mary in the pageant?

• Roberta

• Janet

• Imogene Herdman

• Alice Wendell

What role does Ralph Herdman volunteer for?

• A wise man

• The angel of the Lord

• A shepherd

• Joseph

Why does Elmer Hopkins feel reluctant to play Joseph?

• He prefers to be a wise man.

• He feels too big and awkward.

• He thinks the role is too difficult.

• He feels too young for the role.

What is the community's main concern about the Herdmans participating in the pageant?

• They do not attend the church.

• They are not talented enough.

• They are not interested in the pageant.

• They are too young.

What does Mrs. Homer McCarthy suggest the Herdmans should do instead of participating in the pageant?

• Hand out programs at the door

• Sing in the choir

• Help with the costumes

• Decorate the church

How does Reverend Hopkins address the complaints about the Herdmans?

• He ignores them.

• He tells everyone to accept all children.

• He cancels the pageant.

• He replaces the Herdmans with other children.

What is Mother's final decision regarding the Herdmans' participation in the pageant?

• She decides to replace them.

• She decides to cancel the pageant.

• She decides to make the best of the situation.

• She decides to let Mrs. Armstrong take over.