Mixed-Up Files: Chapters 1-5

Match the words with their definitions by writing the correct letters on the lines.

• extravagant

• sameness, repetition, lack of variety

• humility

• unfairness

• injustice

• wasteful, lavish, and irresponsible

• imposter

• a low view of one's own importance

• monotony

• pretender; a fake

Choose the word that best completes the sentence below. The mission to save the child was __________ but it was necessary.

• quarrel

• extravagant

• peculiar

• perilous

Choose the word that best completes the sentence below. We were __________ when we walked in to discover that our dog had completely torn and chewed our sofa to shreds. a. injustice b. insisted c. dismayed d. despised

• injustice

• insisted

• dismayed

• despised

Which word can be used to describe something that is not easily noticed?

• Despised

• Inconspicuous

• Musty

• Despair

• Determination

Which of the following does not occur in the story?

• Claudia and Jamie get caught hiding on the school bus.

• Claudia and Jamie argue.

• Claudia and Jamie catch a glimpse of a famous Angel statue.

• Claudia makes Jamie the official Treasurer.

Choose the best word to describe Claudia at the beginning of the story.

• Satisfied

• Mystical

• Discontent

• Unsure

Choose the best words to describe Jamie.

• Frugal and adventurous

• Silent and standoffish

• Foolish and thoughtless

• Reserved and conservative

Where do Claudia and Jamie sleep in the museum?

• In a sarcophagus

• In a bed

• On a couch in the guards' office

• In the restaurant

What does Jamie choose as the first art gallery that they would learn about?

• Ancient Egypt

• The Italian Renaissance

• Arms and Armor

• Impressionism

What are some things that Claudia and Jamie learn from reading the newspaper article about Angel? Check all that apply.

• Angel was purchased for $5 million.

• Mrs. Frankweiler now lives in Manhattan.

• Many art experts believe Angel was created by Michelangelo.

• The arrival of Angel at the museum drew humongous crowds.