1. What animal is Mr. Nielsen compared to when his character is first introduced in the novel?
(a) A donkey.
(b) A ferret.
(c) A mouse.
(d) A turtle.

2. In what month is Molly's birthday?
(a) September.
(b) June.
(c) January.
(d) July.

3. What is the one item of jewelry that Vivian has retained from her early childhood on the orphan train in 1929?
(a) A ruby ring.
(b) A claddagh cross.
(c) A diamond bracelet.
(d) A turtle pendant.

4. Michael Collins was an Irish revolutionary leader and was the President of what organization?
(a) the Irish Republican Brotherhood.
(b) The Black and Tans.
(c) Sinn Fein.
(d) The Royal Irish Constabulary.

5. At what time does the Nielsen's store close each day when Vivian begins working there?
(a) 7 p.m.
(b) 6 p.m.
(c) 8 p.m.
(d) 5 p.m.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the author of the poem that is cited in Section 3 with the lines, "Flow gently, sweet Afton, among thy green braes. / Flow gently, I'll sing thee a song in thy praise"?

2. What illness does Vivian contract after she arrives at the boarding house where Miss Larsen lives?

3. In what month is Vivian's birthday?

4. What was the name of the turtle that Molly had as a child before she entered foster care?

5. What does Mrs. Nielsen say that her ancestry is while she and Vivian decorate for Christmas in Section 4?

(see the answer key)

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