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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Ann is sensitive to Catherine's feelings regarding what?
(a) Boys.
(b) Clothing.
(c) School.
(d) Household matters.

2. Who helps the Shipman family after Cassie's death?
(a) Mammann.
(b) Mother Brody.
(c) Mama Pierce.
(d) Mama Holt.

3. What does Catherine procure from the Jewish man?
(a) Herbs.
(b) Books.
(c) Hebrew lessons.
(d) Sewing items.

4. What does Mr. Hall suggest that Catherine send with him when he returns to Boston to marry Ann?
(a) Handmade lace.
(b) Flowers.
(c) A letter answering Ann's questions.
(d) A Bible.

5. What new person does Ann employ?
(a) Cook.
(b) Nanny.
(c) Weaver.
(d) Physician.

Short Answer Questions

1. What horrible event has occurred in the Southern states?

2. What does Ann require that Catherine and Matty do?

3. Where does Sophy go in Chapter 17?

4. What does Sophy pin on her dress?

5. Why is the new school year delayed for a day?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does the theme of trust extend to Mr. Hall and Ann?

2. How does Catherine experience change related to the addition of the two new family members?

3. How does the author use foreshadowing related to Catherine's comments about quilts?

4. How do the Shipman and Hall families hold up in the aftermath of Cassie's death?

5. Describe the transition dynamic within the Hall household by this point in time.

6. What is the irony related to judging in the church?

7. Describe the arrival of Ann and Daniel.

8. What are the circumstances that precipitate Catherine's leaving home?

9. Describe how Ann is becoming both physically and emotionally stronger since her arrival at the Hall household.

10. Cite examples that support the theme of loss in Chapter 17.

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