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The Absent Author Quiz (Full Book)

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  • What location did the gang go to next after the Book Nook?
    Ellies Diner
  • Why was the name smudged for room 302 on the hotel register?
    Wallis Wallace was about to write her real name and not a fake name. Her correction left a smudge mark.
  • Which One of these is NOT on Wallis Wallace's Itinerary?
    AMUSEMENT PARK
    BOOK NOOK
    TAXI
    HOTEL
  • What room number did Wallis Wallace check into?
    303
  • What is an itinerary
    a travel document recording a route or journey. List of destinations you plan to take.
  • How many kids showed up to the Book Nook to meet the author?
    About 30. (any answer between 25-30 is correct.)
  • Which Child Did NOT Attend the Author Book Signing?
    Tommy Tomko
    Eddie Carini
    Henny Penny
    Amy Flower
  • What Airline Did Wallis Wallace take?
    New England Airlines
  • What type of books is Wallis Wallace known for?
    Mystery Books
  • What color Theme was Mavis Green wearing? Name one of two.
    Brown (hair, dress, shoes) and Red (Scarf)
  • Why does Wallis Wallace choose to not have a photo in her books? Choose the best answer.
    Most people assume she is a man
    She doesn't want to make people feel uncomfortable
    It allows her the freedom to assume another identity.
    All of the above
  • What clue on Mavis made Ruth Rose Realize the truth?
    Her Scarf was upside down and were really W's not M's
  • Who did they really find in room 302?
    Walker Wallis, the brother of Wallace Wallis
  • What did Josh Swipe and take a peek at while at Hotel Shangri-La?
    The Hotel Registry
  • What is the meaning of this phrase: "The cats out of the bag."
    Mr. Taylor Hates Cats!
    You in trouble!
    Cat's don't like bags!
    Accidentally revealing information you didn't mean to.
  • What type of home does Wallis Wallace reside in?
    Castle
  • What noise could be heard from room 302?
    Muffled yelling for help
  • Ruth Rose was known for being very what? (hint: A character trait.)
    LOUD
  • Whats The name of the police officer who happens to be Jimmy's granfather?
    Officer Fallon
  • What state is Wallis Wallace from?
    Maine
  • What is the name of famous Writter?
    Wallis Wallace
  • When reviewing what they knew what items did they use to help them visualize?
    Food
  • What is the Title of the Book Ruth Rose Wants to get Signed?
    The Phantom in the Pharmacy
  • Name Two books Josh Picked up to learn more about Wallis Wallace?
    The Poisoned Pond and The Riddle in the River
  • What Kind of Ice Cream did Ruth Rose Order?
    Strawberry Ice Cream. (Pink Ice Cream)
  • What was the name of the taxi Driver who picked up Wallis Wallace?
    The Suspicious Man
    Mr. Gigglesworth
    Maureen Higgens
    Toni The Janitor
  • What information did the gang get out of the maid (Livvy Nugent)?
    Nobody slept in 303 and Do Not Disturb on 302.
  • What Expression was on Wallis Wallace's Face When he Arrived to the Hotel?
    He was Smilling
  • What Color are Ruth Rose's Eyes?
    Blue
  • Which Book did Ruth Rose use to help her sort through identifying the victim?
    The Riddle in the River
    Mr. Taylor Knows it all
    The Poisoned Pond
    The Mystery In The Museum
  • What was the real reason behind the smirk Wallace Wallis had when leaving the taxis?
    she was dressed up as a man and excited about all the fun of the events to follow
  • Who did they think they found in room 302?
    Wallace Wallis
  • What State Do the Main Characters live in?
    Connecticut
  • Who is Loretta?
    Dink's Pet Guinea Pig
  • True or False: Mr. Paskey's Curly Hair was filled with sweat because Wallis Wallace was very late!
    FALSE: He was Bald!
  • Who did they think they found in room 302?
    Wallace Wallis
  • Whats the name of Mr. Paskey's Shop?
    The Book Nook
  • What kind of shop does Howard Own?
    A Barber Shop
  • Who did they think they found in room 302?
    Wallace Wallis
  • Why did Wallis Wallace pretend to be kidnapped?
    She wanted to gather source material for her book. It was research!
  • What Airport did Wallis Wallace Arrive in?
    Bradley Airport
  • What did Mavis do when Dink Suggested they start looking into the third floor?
    She started coughing.
  • What are the names of the three main characters?
    Dink, Josh and Ruth Rose
  • What did the fake Wallis Wallace say that made Ruth Rose realize something was fishy?
    The fake Wallis Wallace said he lived in a small cottage.
  • What convinced Linkletter to assist the gang in their search for Wallace Wallace?
    The word kidnapped and when Ruth Rose Mentioning how famous he was.
  • What did the mysterious red capped man from the hotel give Dink?
    A note with the maids address on it. The Maid who cleaned his room.
  • Why did Mavis (Wallace Wallis) Cough when it was mentioned something fishy was going on the 3rd floor?
    To conceal her laughter over the memory of how she would tease her bother about smelling fishy when working with lobsters.
  • What was the main Theme (color) of Ruth Rose's Outfit
    Purple
  • In Mavis's letter from Wallis Wallace, What emotion was Wallis feeling throughout the letter?
    Paranoid - like he was being watched
  • In Chapter 7 what did Ruth Rose contribute in food to the picnic in Dink's backyard?
    Potato Chips and Raisin Cookies
  • What does Wallis Wallace do when Dink asks for her to send him a picture?
    She agrees and decides to dedicate the next book to all three of them
  • How Many days was Wallis Wallace staying in Green Lawn? (Hint: Look at Itinerary)
    2
    4
    3
    1
  • What major info about Wallis Wallace is missing from all his books?
    His Photo
  • What was the connection between Ruth Rose and Livvy Nugent (The Maid)?
    She was her babysitter growing up.
  • Name Two out of Three Facts about the victim (Wallis Wallace) they discovered from his books?
    He loved the color green (he gardens), He owned castle moose manor, He donates money to help animals.
  • What did Wallis Wallace wear at night that is normally worn in the day? (Hint: Covers the eyes)
    Sunglasses
  • What was the flight number that Wallis Wallace arrived on?
    Flight 21
    Flight 3132
    Flight Taylor Express
    Flight ABCD
  • What is the name of the Taxi Company that picked up Wallis Wallace?
    The Pitkin Express
    New York Taxi Service
    Lawrence Taxi Service
    Mr. Taylor's Limo Service
  • What is the name of town where this takes place?
    Green Lawn
  • What is the name of the Hotel Wallis Wallace is staying at?
    Mr. Taylor's Bed and Breakfast
    Green Lawn Hotel
    Shangri-La Hotel
    The Mystery Hotel
  • What Kind of Ice Cream does Mavis Like?
    Green Ice Cream
  • What was the TRUE reason Mr. Paskey was so nervous?
    He knew all about Wallis Wallace's plan to fake his kidnapping
  • How many Books has Wallis Wallace written?
    23
  • On the letter addressed to Dink, What message made Dink believe something was amiss?
    "Short of Being kidnapped"
  • Who did Maureen (the taxi driver) pretend to be when they first met?
    Mrs. Murray
    Mrs. Cuccuza
    Mrs. Stewart
    Marilyn Monroe
  • Mr. Davis was looking at what kind of books at the Book Nook?
    Science
    Cooking
    Driving
    Gardening
  • What book did Josh grab to learn about Wallis Wallace?
    The Poisoned Pond
  • What did Josh do to distract Dink's mom from prying into their business?
    Spilled Lemonade on Dinks lap.
  • What were Mr. Linkletter's Last words at the end of the book?
    "It's nearly Checkout time."
    "I don't get payed enough for this."
    "Mr. Taylor is my boss"
    "Kids."
  • What location did the gang go to next after the Book Nook?
    Ellies Diner
  • What is the Name of the Hotel Concierge?
    Mr. Linkletter
  • What's the Color and/or Name of Ruth Rose's Cat?
    Name: Tiger. Color: Orange
  • What setting does chapter 7 take place?
    Dink's house in his backyard
  • What animal was printed on Ms. Mavis Book Bag?
    Moose