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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters LXXXI - XC.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Mr. Walter's opinion of Ruth as a writer?
(a) She is an acquired taste.
(b) She is a genius.
(c) Her writing has its flaws, but she has interesting ideas.
(d) Her writing style is unique.

2. What does Mrs. Hall convince Ruth to allow in Chapter LVII?
(a) For Katy to stay with the Halls for a night.
(b) For Katy to stay with the Halls for a week.
(c) For Katy to move in with the Halls.
(d) For Katy to stay with the Halls for a month.

3. How does Dr. Hall meddle in his son's business in Chapter XV?
(a) He orders supplies without Harry's knowledge.
(b) He hires a private investigator to bring him information on the company.
(c) He tells Harry's workers to obey his orders, not Harry's.
(d) He takes control of the accounts.

4. How far from the city is the house that Ruth and Harry buy?
(a) Seven miles.
(b) Half a mile.
(c) Two miles.
(d) Five miles.

5. Why isn't Ruth sad to be leaving home in Chapter I?
(a) She is excited about her new home.
(b) Her home was very boring.
(c) She knows she will return soon.
(d) She had an unhappy childhood.

Short Answer Questions

1. What physical signs of illness does Daisy have in Chapter XXII?

2. Why does the boarding house housemaid decide to quit?

3. What criticism does Mrs. Hall have of Ruth's family in Chapter III?

4. What does Mr. Walter tell Ruth in a letter in Chapter LXXX?

5. What does Mr. Lescom complain about Ruth's columns in Chapter LXX?

(see the answer key)

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