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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Mattie run into while she is out of the house?
(a) Nathaniel Benson.
(b) Polly's mother.
(c) Her former teacher.
(d) A friend of her mother's.

2. Under which famous political figure did Mattie's grandfather serve?
(a) Thomas Jefferson.
(b) George Bush.
(c) George Washington.
(d) Benjamin Franklin.

3. Why has business increased at the coffeehouse over the past week?
(a) People want to eat out instead of eating at home for safety.
(b) People are celebrating.
(c) People are doing more of their business inland, away from the river, due to fear of disease.
(d) People are stocking up in case they have to stay home for several days.

4. What does Grandfather suggest that Nathaniel Benson did at the market?
(a) Knocked over a stand spilling produce.
(b) Bought some meat below fourth street.
(c) Stole some eggs.
(d) Acted inappropriately.

5. When Mattie's mother begins to worry about Mattie falling ill she suggests sending her where?
(a) To the mountains.
(b) To Europe.
(c) To a friend's farm.
(d) Nowhere.

Short Answer Questions

1. How did Polly die?

2. Why will Matilda's mother not allow Matilda to take Polly's family food?

3. Where is Mattie allowed to go when she leaves the house?

4. After reading Chapter 1 and Chapter 2 how would you characterize Matilda's relationship with her mother?

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

(see the answer key)

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