The Railway Children quiz · 10 questions on E. Nesbit's classic

Question 1 of 10

What is the initial lifestyle of the children before the change?

They were poor and lived in the countryside.They were wealthy and lived in a mansion.They were ordinary suburban children with modern conveniences.They were orphans living with relatives.

Question 2 of 10

What event marks the beginning of the family's troubles?

Father loses his job.Peter's model engine explodes.Mother falls ill.The family moves to a new house.

Question 3 of 10

How do the children feel about their new life in the countryside?

They are excited and happy.They are indifferent and bored.They are initially unhappy but grow to love it.They are scared and want to return home.

Question 4 of 10

What does Mother ask the children not to do regarding the family's troubles?

Ask questions about Father's absence.Tell their friends about their situation.Try to fix the problems themselves.Talk to strangers about their family.

Question 5 of 10

What does Peter do to try to help with the family's financial situation?

He sells his toys.He starts a small business.He secretly collects coal from the railway.He asks for help from neighbors.

Question 6 of 10

What is the children's initial reaction to the railway near their new home?

They are frightened by the trains.They are fascinated and excited.They are indifferent to it.They dislike the noise it makes.

Question 7 of 10

Why does Mother spend a lot of time writing?

To earn money for the family.To write a novel she always wanted to.To distract herself from her worries.To teach the children at home.

Question 8 of 10

How do the children contribute to the household after moving to the countryside?

They take care of the garden.They do all the cooking.They help unpack and arrange things.They clean the entire house daily.

Question 9 of 10

What is the children's relationship with Aunt Emma like?

They love her and enjoy her company.They find her strict and prefer to avoid her.They are indifferent to her presence.They are scared of her and avoid her.

Question 10 of 10

What does the family do when they first arrive at their new home?

They have a big meal prepared by Mrs. Viney.They find the house empty and have to unpack themselves.They are greeted by neighbors with gifts.They immediately go to sleep due to exhaustion.