Problem: There was once a land named Catatonia where cats ran things. Cats walked and talked much as you do except they walked on four legs. There were cat policemen, cat firemen, cat teachers, and even a cat bus driver. Most of the cats were very busy. The King of Catatonia was a small cat named Diggs. He had two brothers named Pouncer and Flash who helped him rule in Catatonia. Pouncer was head of the Milk, Cheese and Cream center and Flash's job was to blow things up. Together the three of them made sure all the cats were happy, had plenty to drink and got to enjoy bright fireworks shows in the distance. One day Pouncer's wife brought the kittens to see Pouncer at his office. There were white kittens and lots of black and white spotted kittens walking around in the Milk, Cheese and Cream center. Well that is all the time we have for now. I hope this short story of the Cats of Catatonia made at least one person in the room smile.
1. Where does the story take place?
2. And who were the inhabitants?
3. Was it a Democracy or a Monarchy?
4. How many brothers did the King have?
5. What was the brothers name in charge of dairy?
6. What was the name of the Kings other brother?
7. Who had a wife and kittens?
8. Were is kittens orange?
9. Did the inhabitants of Catatonia verbally communicate?
10. What was Flash's job?
Answer: 1. Catatonia
2. cats
3. Monarchy
4. Two
5. Pouncer
6. Flash
7. Pouncer
8. No
9. Yes
10. To blow things up

Q: CHAPTER VI.

After the conversation at dinner which we have noticed, the restless and disquieted Coningsby wandered about Paris, vainly seeking in the distraction of a great city some relief from the excitement of his mind. His first resolution was immediately to depart for England; but when, on reflection, he was mindful that, after all, the assertion which had so agitated him might really be without foundation, in spite of many circumstances that to his regardful fancy seemed to accredit it, his firm resolution began to waver.

These were the first pangs of jealousy that Coningsby had ever experienced, and they revealed to him the immensity of the stake which he was hazarding on a most uncertain die.

The next morning he called in the Rue Rivoli, and was informed that the family were not at home. He was returning under the arcades, towards the Rue St. Florentin, when Sidonia passed him in an opposite direction, on horseback, and at a rapid rate. Coningsby, who was not observed by him, could not resist a strange temptation to watch for a moment his progress. He saw him enter the court of the hotel where the Wallinger family were staying. Would he come forth immediately? No. Coningsby stood still and pale. Minute followed minute. Coningsby flattered himself that Sidonia was only speaking to the porter. Then he would fain believe Sidonia was writing a note. Then, crossing the street, he mounted by some steps the terrace of the Tuileries, nearly opposite the Hotel of the Minister of Finance, and watched the house. A quarter of an hour elapsed; Sidonia did not come forth. They were at home to him; only to him. Sick at heart, infinitely wretched, scarcely able to guide his steps, dreading even to meet an acquaintance, and almost feeling that his tongue would refuse the office of conversation, he contrived to reach his grandfather's hotel, and was about to bury himself in his chamber, when on the staircase he met Flora.

Answer the following questions:
1. What was he experiencing or the first time?
2. Who did he not find at their residence the next day?
3. Where was this at?
4. Did he remain there waiting all day?
5. Where was he the night before?
6. What was he looking for?
7. And what was he trying to calm?
8. What had set him off?
9. Who shot past him on his way back the next day?
10. Did the man see him?
11. Where was the jealous man headed when this happened?
12. Did he continue on his journey?
13. Where did he see the man stop?
14. How did the man travel?
A: 1. jealousy
2. the family
3. in the Rue Rivoli
4. no
5. Paris
6. distraction
7. his mind
8. unknown
9. Sidonia
10. no
11. towards the Rue St. Florentin
12. no
13. the hotel
14. on horseback

Problem: (CNN) -- Chris Froome conquered Mont Ventoux at the Tour de France to extend his overall lead with a week remaining in cycling's most prestigious race.

In a fascinating battle Sunday, Team Sky's Froome caught and then passed Nairo Quintana during the steep 13-mile climb to give him a four-minute cushion over his nearest rivals.

A spent Froome had to be given oxygen when the 15th stage -- the longest of this year's Tour at 150 miles -- ended but he'll get a chance to recover during Monday's day off.

On Bastille Day French hopes were dashed, as Sylvain Chavanel lost his lead to Movistar's Quintana before the Colombian faded and Froome charged.

"I thought he'd be less strong than he was," Quintana told the Tour's website.

Froome has now won both stages with summit finishes.

"I didn't expect to win," Britain's Froome said after nearly six hours of racing. "I wanted to get more of a buffer on the general classification but I didn't think I could go for the win.

"Quintana is a very strong climber and I wasn't expecting him to go from as far as he did but hats off to him. He did a great ride and he showed how strong he is."

Despite the gruelling end to the stage, Froome and Quintana -- one to watch for the future -- had time for a quick chat.

"In the last (1.2 miles) he was fading a little and I still had a little bit left," said Froome. "I was just trying to say, 'Man, come on just a little bit more, we're almost there.' But he was slipping behind.
1. Who's now in the lead?
2. How much time is left in the race?
3. What country is the leader from?
4. Who did the leader fight for 1st place?
5. What country is the challenger from?
6. What group does the leader compete for?
7. What's the length of his lead?
8. What's the name of the part that they completed?
9. Did he need extra air?
10. What's the length of the part they just completed?
11. Is there a competitor from the host country?
12. On what host country's holiday did this battle occur?
13. Is there a day of rest before the next part?
14. Did the leader struggle during this part?
15. What is the name of the competitor from the host country?
Answer:
1. Chris Froome
2. a week
3. Britain
4. Quintana
5. Colombia
6. Team Sky's
7. a four-minute cushion
8. Mont Ventoux
9. had to be given oxygen
10. 13-miles
11. yes
12. On Bastille Day
13. yes
14. yes
15. Sylvain Chavanel