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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3, Peter Rabbit.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was Beatrix's father's name?
(a) Rupert Potter.
(b) Lenny Potter.
(c) James Potter.
(d) Gerald Potter.

2. How many copies of "The Tale of Peter Rabbit" did Beatrix have printed originally?
(a) Five hundred.
(b) Two hundred-fifty.
(c) One hundred.
(d) Fifty.

3. How did Beatrix's parents become wealthy?
(a) Her mother had an excellent business sense.
(b) Her father worked constantly.
(c) They inherited their money.
(d) They were lucky with stocks.

4. How did Beatrix's personality change as time went on in her youth?
(a) She became more shy.
(b) She became serious.
(c) She became distrustful.
(d) She became short-tempered.

5. What would Beatrix carry instead of luggage on her travels?
(a) Laundry bags.
(b) Animals carriers.
(c) Picnic baskets.
(d) An easel and paintbox.

Short Answer Questions

1. Whom did Beatrix's Uncle Roscoe arrange for her to meet in 1896?

2. What began to influence Beatrix's personality during her childhood?

3. Who was angered by the condescension at the meeting in 1896?

4. What legend did Beatrix's parents respect?

5. To what religious group did Beatrix's parents belong?

(see the answer key)

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