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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How would you characterize Matilda's reaction to Polly's death?
(a) Shock.
(b) Relief.
(c) Uncaring.
(d) Hysteria.

2. Why will Matilda's mother not allow Matilda to take Polly's family food?
(a) Because she wants to sell the food.
(b) Because she is afraid that Matilda will become ill.
(c) Because she wants Matilda to get back to work.
(d) Because she dislikes Polly's family.

3. Where is Mattie allowed to go when she leaves the house?
(a) The blacksmith's to talk to Matthew.
(b) To see her friend Nathaniel Benson.
(c) To the river for a swim.
(d) The market for supplies for the coffeehouse.

4. Why does Mattie's mother make such a fuss over the invitation?
(a) Because Edward Ogilvie is a potential husband for Mattie.
(b) Because she does not want to go.
(c) Because she is afraid of catching the fever.
(d) Because she wants to be friends with Mrs. Ogilvie.

5. Who is leaving with Mattie?
(a) Grandfather.
(b) Mrs. Cook.
(c) Nathaniel Benson.
(d) Eliza.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Mrs. Epler, the egg vendor, say that people are dying?

2. What does Matilda believe has made her mother so bitter?

3. Where do Mattie and her mother get invited to go?

4. At the beginning of Chapter 6 what does Mattie vow never to complain about again?

5. Why has business increased at the coffeehouse over the past week?

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