Questions about George and Mr. Duffy

Why did George go to Mr. Duffy’s house?

• To help Mr. Duffy fix tools

• To collect a present for Sally

• To taste Mrs. Duffy’s cooking

• To plant flowers in the courtyard

What was Mrs. Duffy cooking in the kitchen?

• Freshly baked bread

• Simmering plums and peaches

• Roasted chicken

• Vegetable soup

Which two physical features describe Mr. Duffy?

• Short and muscular

• Tall and thin

• Bald and bearded

• Round-faced and freckled

What did George see in the courtyard?

• A fountain and marble statues

• A vegetable garden and tools

• Flowers in pots and a peach tree

• A swing and a sandbox

Which tools are NOT mentioned in Mr. Duffy’s workshop?

• Screwdrivers and chisels

• Hammers and saws

• Wrenches and drills

• Paint pots and brushes

What was in Mr. Duffy’s apron pocket?

• A tiny penknife

• A pair of glasses

• A short pencil

• A wooden sailor

Why does George enjoy visiting Mr. Duffy?

• He loves eating Mrs. Duffy’s desserts

• He likes playing in the courtyard

• He is fascinated by Mr. Duffy’s tools and work

• He wants to learn carpentry

What fruit was mentioned in Mrs. Duffy’s kitchen?

• Apples and pears

• Plums and peaches

• Grapes and cherries

• Oranges and lemons

What did George smell as he passed the kitchen?

• Freshly baked bread

• Simmering fruit

• Roasting meat

• Herbal tea

How did Mr. Duffy’s apron affect his appearance?

• Made him look shorter

• Made him look taller and thinner

• Hid his tools

• Matched his glasses