Mysterious Benedict Society

"Reynie was almost to the dormitory exit before he noticed Constance wasn't with them." What does dormitory mean?

• a classroom

• a school

• a building with sleeping quarters

• a building with a gym

Who are the main characters in the book 'The Mysterious Benedict Society'?

• Reynie Muldoon, Sticky Washington, Kate Wetherall, and Constance Contraire

• Frodo Baggins, Samwise Gamgee, Aragorn, and Gandalf

• George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, and John Adams

• Harry Potter, Ron Weasley, Hermione Granger, and Albus Dumbledore

Answer explanation

The main characters in the book 'The Mysterious Benedict Society' are Reynie Muldoon, Sticky Washington, Kate Wetherall, and Constance Contraire. The other options listed characters from different books: Frodo Baggins, Samwise Gamgee, Aragorn, and Gandalf are from 'The Lord of the Rings'; George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, and John Adams are historical figures; Harry Potter, Ron Weasley, Hermione Granger, and Albus Dumbledore are from the 'Harry Potter' series.

Who are the four children selected to form the Mysterious Benedict Society?

• Reynie Muldoon, Sticky Washington, Kate Wetherall, and Rhonda Kazembe

• Reynie Muldoon, Sticky Washington, Kate Wetherall, and Constance Contraire

• Reynie Muldoon, Sticky Washington, Kate Wetherall, and Milligan

• Reynie Muldoon, Sticky Washington, Kate Wetherall, and Mr. Benedict

Answer explanation

The correct answer is Reynie Muldoon, Sticky Washington, Kate Wetherall, and Constance Contraire. These are the four children who were selected to form the Mysterious Benedict Society in the novel of the same name. The other options listed include characters who are not part of the main group of children in the story.

What is the main goal of the Mysterious Benedict Society?

• To become famous and wealthy

• To create chaos and destruction

• To solve puzzles and save the world

• To find hidden treasure

Answer explanation

The main goal of the Mysterious Benedict Society, as per the question, is not to become famous or wealthy, nor to create chaos and destruction, or to find hidden treasure. The correct answer is that their primary objective is to solve puzzles and save the world, which aligns with the themes of teamwork, intelligence, and bravery found in the series.

What is the main theme explored in Chapters 10 and 11 of "The Mysterious Benedict Society"?

• The importance of technology in modern society

• The value of friendship and teamwork

• The impact of climate change

• Economic disparities

How does the author explore the concept of identity through the characters?

• By showing how their pasts shape their actions.

• Through the aliases they adopt during their mission.

• By highlighting their unique abilities.

• All of the above.

What are the potential risks the children face if they are caught by Mr. Curtain?

• They will be expelled from the institute

• They will be brainwashed

• They will be sent home

• They will lose their privileges

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

What evidence do the children find that supports their suspicions about Mr. Curtain's plans?

• A secret document

• A conversation they overhear

• A hidden device

• A coded message

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

What is the main plot of 'The Mysterious Benedict Society'?

• The main plot is about a group of gifted children who are recruited to become spies.

• The main plot is about a group of gifted children who are trying to destroy the world.

• The main plot is about a group of ordinary children who become superheroes.

• The main plot is about a group of gifted children recruited to save the world.

Answer explanation

The question asks about the main plot of 'The Mysterious Benedict Society'. The correct answer is that it's about a group of gifted children recruited to save the world. This is distinguished from the other options which suggest the children are spies, trying to destroy the world, or become superheroes. The key point is that they are 'gifted' and their mission is to 'save the world'.

What is the conflict in 'The Mysterious Benedict Society'?

• The battle between the Mysterious Benedict Society and the Emergency

• The conflict between the Mysterious Benedict Society and the Whisperer

• The internal conflict within the Mysterious Benedict Society

• The conflict between the Mysterious Benedict Society and Mr. Curtain

Answer explanation

The conflict in 'The Mysterious Benedict Society' is the battle between the Society and the Emergency. This is the main struggle in the story, as the Society works to combat the Emergency's influence. The other options, while they may represent smaller conflicts within the story, do not capture the main conflict as accurately as the correct answer does.