A Number the
sentences in the order they happened in the story.
...... a. Benjamin’s
hair was dark grey, he walked fast and he had the voice of a man.
...... b. Benjamin
had no teeth and no hair. His skin was as smooth as a baby’s.
...... c. Benjamin
looked much younger than his wife.
...... d. Benjamin
got thinner and shorter. His face was smooth.
...... e. Benjamin’s
hair changed from white to grey and he had fewer wrinkles.
...... f. Benjamin
Button had white hair and a white beard.
...... g. Benjamin
and his father looked like they were brothers.
...... h. Benjamin’s
parents started to shave his face and dye his hair black.
...... i. Benjamin
and his grandson looked the
same age.
9 points (1 point each)
B Complete the chart according to the story.
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Who said it?
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Because …
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1. I never want to see you, or any of your family again.
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2. You see, he’s becoming a real boy.
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3. According to this, Benjamin Button is 18 years old. So you can’t
be him!
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4. It’s a marvellous book, I’m sure, and it will be my honour.
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5. Yes, I do. I’m sure you can control it.
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6. If you don’t grow stronger, you will have to leave the team.
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7. Stand in the corner.
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14 points (2 points each)
C Answer the
questions about the story.
1. What made Roger decide to return to the
hospital to see his baby?
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2. Why did
Benjamin like being with his grandfather?
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3. Why did
Hildegarde fall in love with Benjamin? Why did their marriage fail?
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4. What did
Roscoe do to try to make Benjamin look older?
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5. The army first
made Benjamin feel like a hero, but years later like a failure. Why?
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6. How was the second time Benjamin went to
kindergarten different from the first time he went to kindergarten? Compare the two experiences.
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12 points (2 points each)
D Choose one topic and write a
paragraph. Your paragraph should be at least 40 words long.
1. It is the day after Benjamin Button was born.
Write a dialogue between Roger Button and
his wife.
his wife.
2. Explain
Benjamin’s feelings about his life at age 35.
3. Write a letter from the army to Roscoe Button.
Explain why he must come to take Benjamin home immediately.
15 points 
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