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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 21.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What emotion prompts Joanna to take such drastic measures once the engagement is broken off?
(a) Sadness.
(b) Anger.
(c) Hopelessness.
(d) Humiliation.

2. What hobby of Elijah's surprises the narrator?
(a) He paints.
(b) He cooks.
(c) He knits.
(d) He crochets.

3. Who does the narrator see just prior to leaving?
(a) Elijah, taking his boat out.
(b) Mrs. Todd, gathering herbs.
(c) Captain Littlepage, walking through the village.
(d) Mrs. Blackett, on her way to Mrs. Todd's.

4. Which characteristic does the narrator notice first about Elijah?
(a) Friendliness.
(b) Melancholy.
(c) Warmth.
(d) Suspiciousness.

5. Why is the narrator glad someone interrupts her at the beginning of Chapter 20?
(a) She doesn't feel safe walking alone.
(b) She wants to talk about the Caplins.
(c) She feels somewhat lonely.
(d) She wants to talk about the Miranda.

Short Answer Questions

1. When does the narrator need to have her writing project finished?

2. What does Elijah do during their conversation that surprises the narrator?

3. What connection does Mrs. Todd see between the tansy in the schoolyard and people?

4. How long does Joanna stay isolated?

5. In talking to the narrator, what aspect of the event makes Mrs. Todd particularly emotional?

(see the answer key)

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