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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 13, 14 and 15.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does the narrator react to the relative isolation of Mrs. Todd's home after coming back from Mrs. Blackett's?
(a) She is relieved the visit is over.
(b) She enjoys the serenity.
(c) She feels a bit lonely.
(d) She seeks more companionship.

2. How does Mrs. Todd react to the funeral procession?
(a) She tries her best to comfort others.
(b) She looks to others for comfort.
(c) She is durable and strong enough to withstand the emotional strain.
(d) She is genuinely grief-stricken.

3. Why didn't Mrs. Todd marry her first love?
(a) He died young.
(b) He fell in love with someone else.
(c) She met and married Mr. Todd
(d) His mother didn't approve.

4. How would you characterize the relationship between Mrs. Todd and her mother?
(a) Communicative.
(b) Friendly and loving.
(c) Strained.
(d) Difficult.

5. According to the narrator's quote, what does Darwin say about sea captains?
(a) They are the lowliest of men.
(b) They are second only to schoolmasters.
(c) They are greater than kings.
(d) They are the toughest of men.

Short Answer Questions

1. Under what pretense does the narrator leave Mrs. Blackett's home?

2. What happened when Gaffett and his companion left "the waiting place"?

3. Why does the narrator say she didn't "walk the rest" at the end of Chapter 4?

4. What emotion prompts Joanna to take such drastic measures once the engagement is broken off?

5. What did the Captain do while waiting in Chapter 5?

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