The Peterkins' Late Dinner Quiz

What was the initial problem the Peterkins faced with their dinner?

• The turkey was burnt.

• The dumb-waiter was stuck.

• The kitchen was locked.

• The cook was absent.

Where did the Peterkins decide to have their dinner after the dumb-waiter issue?

• In the kitchen

• At a restaurant

• In the living room

• In the garden

What was Agamemnon's initial idea to solve the problem?

• To order takeout

• To call a plumber

• To wait for the cook

• To use a ladder and axe

Why did the family decide to wait for the carpenter?

• He was the only one available.

• He had the necessary tools.

• He promised a free service.

• He was a family friend.

What did the family do while waiting for the carpenter?

• They read about Herculaneum and Pompeii.

• They went for a walk.

• They took a nap.

• They played board games.

What was the carpenter's solution to the dumb-waiter problem?

• He replaced the dumb-waiter.

• He untwisted a cord and adjusted the weight.

• He built a new dumb-waiter.

• He cooked a new dinner.

What did Mrs. Peterkin suggest after the dinner was finally retrieved?

• To save the dinner for the next day

• To throw the dinner away

• To order dessert

• To invite neighbors over

What was the family's reaction when the dinner was finally served?

• They complained about the food.

• They eagerly sat down to eat.

• They were too tired to eat.

• They decided to skip dinner.

What did Agamemnon say about patient waiters?

• They are no losers.

• They should be rewarded.

• They are always hungry.

• They are often disappointed.

What did Solomon John explain to the little boys about the dumb-waiter?

• It was a new invention.

• It was called dumb because it couldn't speak.

• The problem was with the weight.

• It was a magical device.