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WorksheetsThe Westing Game: Chapters 1-12 Review
Total questions: 45
Worksheet time: 34mins
What is the main setting of "The Westing Game" in Chapters 1-12?
Sunset Towers
Westing Mansion
Lake Michigan
Green Bay
How does the setting of Sunset Towers influence the interactions between the characters?
It isolates them from the outside world, forcing them to interact more closely.
It provides a luxurious environment that distracts them from the game.
It creates a competitive atmosphere due to its proximity to the Westing Mansion.
It has no significant impact on their interactions.
What theme is primarily explored through the character of Turtle Wexler in the first 12 chapters?
The importance of family
The pursuit of wealth
The value of education
The struggle for identity
Which piece of textual evidence best supports the idea that Sam Westing's will is a game?
"The will is a puzzle, a game, and the winner will be the heir."
"Sam Westing was a man of many talents."
"The heirs gathered in the library, waiting for the reading of the will."
"Sunset Towers faced east and had no towers."
Analyze how the author contrasts the points of view of Turtle Wexler and Angela Wexler.
Turtle is portrayed as rebellious, while Angela is seen as compliant.
Both characters are portrayed as equally rebellious.
Angela is portrayed as more intelligent than Turtle.
Turtle is portrayed as more compliant than Angela.
What is the central idea of the first 12 chapters of "The Westing Game"?
The importance of teamwork
The mystery of Sam Westing's death
The history of Sunset Towers
The development of friendship
Which character's actions provide the most evidence for the theme of deception in the story?
Grace Wexler
Sydelle Pulaski
Judge Ford
Dr. Denton Deere
How does the author use the structure of the will to create suspense in the story?
By revealing the entire will at once
By presenting the will in a series of clues
By having the will read by a mysterious stranger
By using legal jargon that confuses the heirs
Which event marks the beginning of the mystery in "The Westing Game"?
The opening of Sunset Towers
The reading of Sam Westing's will
The discovery of a dead body
The first meeting of the heirs
How does the author develop the theme of competition among the heirs?
By showing their willingness to cooperate
By highlighting their individual strategies to win the game
By focusing on their friendships
By emphasizing their shared goals
What role does the setting of the Westing Mansion play in the plot development?
It serves as a safe haven for the characters.
It is the source of the mystery and intrigue.
It is a place of relaxation and leisure.
It has no significant role in the plot.
Which character is most associated with the theme of identity in "The Westing Game"?
Angela Wexler
Turtle Wexler
Sydelle Pulaski
Dr. Denton Deere
How does the author use dialogue to contrast the points of view of Grace Wexler and her husband?
By showing their agreement on most issues
By highlighting their differing opinions on the game
By focusing on their shared goals
By emphasizing their similar backgrounds
What is the primary purpose of the clues given to the heirs in the will?
To confuse them
To lead them to the inheritance
To test their intelligence
To encourage teamwork
Which element of the story is most affected by the setting of Lake Michigan?
The characters' motivations
The plot's progression
The theme of isolation
The development of the mystery
What is the primary function of the clues given to the heirs in "The Westing Game"?
To confuse them
To encourage teamwork
To lead them to the inheritance
To test their intelligence
Why was it strange to see smoke coming out of the Westing Mansion?
Sam Westing had been dead for a long time.
No one had lived there for many years.
The house burned down.
Which character's development is most influenced by their relationship with Turtle Wexler?
Chris Theodorakis
Judge Ford
Grace Wexler
Angela Wexler
Which could be a "theme" of the novel?
Good things come to those who wait.
Good always prevails over evil?
Things are not always what they seem.
Variety is the spice of life.
Who does the cooking at Shin Hoo's restaurant?
Douglas Hoo
Grace Wexler
James Shin Hoo
Madame Hoo
Chapter 1: In which direction does Sunset Towers face?
North
West
East
South
What event happened in Mr. Westing bedroom?
They had a party for the residents.
Turtle posted a bulletin board
Turtle found his body
The rules of the game were explained.
A very successful businessman who loves games and chess
Barney Northrup
Samuel Westing
Sidney Sikes
Jake Wexler
A high school senior who works in his parents' cafe and helps care for his brother.
Otis Amber
Doug Hoo
Chris Theodorakis
Theo Theodorakis
A high school senior and track star
Theo Theodorakis
Doug Hoo
Chris Theodorakis
Denton Deere
The building's 62-year-old delivery boy who likes to spread gossip about others in the building.
Barney Northrup
Sandy McSouthers
Otis Amber
Samuel Westing
The 13-year-old protagonist who kicks people in the shins and and has an interest in the stock market.
Turtle Wexler
Angela Wexler
Sydelle Pulaski
Flora Baumbach
The first black female judge in the state of Wisconsin who is very logical and matter-of-fact
Berthe Erica Crow
Flora Baumbach
JJ Ford
Sydelle Pulaski
An older cleaning woman for the building who spends much of her time praying and repenting for her sins
Berthe Erica Crow
Flora Baumbach
JJ Ford
Sydelle Pulaski
Owner of the restaurant on the top (5th) floor; generally pretty cranky person
James Shin Hoo
Madame Hoo
Doug Hoo
Chris Theodorakis
Turtle & Angela's mother; labels her job as an "heiress"
Grace Windsor Wexler
Madame Hoo
Berthe Erica Crow
Flora Baumbach
Match the characters with their quotations or descriptions from the story.
Sydelle Pulaski
"Well equal shares don't seem quite fair, since I'm the only one here who thought of taking notes."
Turtle Wexler
"I am what I am. I don't need a crutch to get attention."
Flora Baumbach
Helping Angela with her wedding dress because she was a dressmaker
Angela Wexler
Wrote "none" as her position for the game
Grace Wexler
A snobby character
Why was Theo not going to college?
He couldn't earn a track scholarship
He failed high school
His family needed the money for Chris' operation
He thinks he isn't smart enough to go
His parents don't want him to go
Angela was going to become a ______
writer
track athlete
bomber
doctor
What does Turtle do? if you pull at her hair?
kick you
Punch you
Kick you in the shins
What is Turtle's costume for Halloween?
Doctor
Astronaut
Judge
Witch
Who is the dressmaker?
Angela Wexler
Flora Baumbach
Grace Windsor Wexler
Sydelle Pulaski
Where did the first bomb take place?
Apartment 4D
Shin Hoo's Restaurant
Coffee Shop
In the Westing House
Who was Violet Westing's escort to parties twenty years ago?
George Theodorakis
James Hoo
Otis Amber
Sandy McSouthers
Match the following Westing Game characters with their heir partners
Sydelle Pulaski
Angela Wexler
Turtle Wexler
Flora Baumbach
Chris Theodorakis
Denton Deere
Otis Amber
Berthe Erica Crow
Match the following Westing Game characters with their heir partners:
Madame Hoo
Jake Wexler
Sandy McSouthers
Judge JJ Ford
Theo Theodorakis
Doug Hoo
Grace Wexler
James Shin Hoo
Which character is interested in the stock market?
Turtle Wexler
Sydelle Pulaski
JJ Ford
Chris Theodorakis
