The Mysterious Benedict Society Review

How does Reynie help Rhonda Kazembe with her pencil problem?

• He breaks his pencil in two so that she can have one half and he can have the other.

• He uses his bucket of items to get her pencil from the drain.

• He allows Rhonda to lower him to the grate so he can fish for the pencil.

• He does not help her because if he does, he will be late for the test.

Which of the following shows that Reynie figured out how the second test worked?

• Something about the question seemed awfully familiar-- so familiar that he felt pressed to think about it.

• The answer to question one lay hidden in question twenty-one. This wasn't a test of knowledge at all--it was a puzzle!

• Reynie was so delighted he nearly leaped from his desk and cheered.

• Eagerly he set to the task of finding the correct answers.

The buildings looked more like a fortress than a school. What does this describe?

• Mr. Benedict's house

• The Learning Institute for the Very Enlightened

• Nomanson Island

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.

How does the author build suspense throughout the novel?

• By revealing Mr. Curtain's plan in pieces.

• Through the unpredictable nature of the tests.

• By keeping the true purpose of the Whisperer a mystery.

• All of the above.

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 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

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'.

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.