The Enigmatic Adventure: A Quiz on "The Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler"

Why do Claudia and Jamie decide to run away from home?

• They want to go on an adventure.

• They are bored with their suburban life.

• Claudia feels unappreciated and wants to teach her parents a lesson.

• Jamie has always wanted to live in a museum.

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Where do Claudia and Jamie choose as their new home?

• The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.

• The Museum of Natural History.

• Central Park.

• The New York Public Library.

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How do Claudia and Jamie manage their finances during their adventure?

• They use money they saved from their allowances.

• They find a treasure map and follow it.

• They take up part-time jobs at the museum.

• They sell some of their belongings before leaving home.

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What is the main reason Claudia chooses Jamie to accompany her?

• He is her favorite sibling.

• He is good at keeping secrets.

• He has money saved up.

• He is the only one available.

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What mystery do Claudia and Jamie become determined to solve?

• The disappearance of a famous painting.

• The secret behind an ancient Egyptian curse.

• The origin of a statue attributed to Michelangelo.

• The hidden treasure of the museum.

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How do Claudia and Jamie conduct research on the statue?

• By sneaking into the museum's library at night.

• By asking a museum curator without revealing their identity.

• By going to the public library.

• By using a computer at the museum.

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What skill does Jamie display that helps them during their adventure?

• His ability to navigate the subway system.

• His talent for drawing and sketching.

• His knack for budgeting and managing money.

• His knowledge of art history.

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What does Claudia hope to achieve by the end of their adventure?

• To become famous.

• To find a new family.

• To return home with a sense of accomplishment.

• To live in the museum forever.

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How do Claudia and Jamie avoid getting caught by the museum staff?

• By hiding in exhibits during the day.

• By blending in with school groups.

• By only moving around at night.

• By wearing disguises.

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What is the name of the statue that intrigues Claudia and Jamie?

• Angel.

• David.

• The Lady.

• The Mystery.

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