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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through "The Little Match Girl" .

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What simile is used to describe the first match the little girl lit?
(a) The sun.
(b) A fireplace.
(c) A wood stove.
(d) A candle.

2. How was the little girl able to see the Christmas tree inside someone's house the year before?
(a) Through their windows.
(b) The door was open.
(c) They had a glass door.
(d) She was invited inside.

3. What was unique about the little girl's grandmother compared to other people she knew?
(a) Her grandmother did not like Christmas.
(b) Her grandmother was wealthy.
(c) Her grandmother was the only person she knew who cooked roast goose.
(d) Her grandmother was the only person who had ever been kind to her.

4. What adjectives are used to describe the first match the little girl lit?
(a) Warm and blue.
(b) Hot and fiery.
(c) Clear and warm.
(d) Clear and soothing.

5. How many matches has the little girl sold at the start of "The Little Match Girl"?
(a) 0.
(b) 3.
(c) 23.
(d) 11.

Short Answer Questions

1. How is Granny described as looking at the end of "The Little Match Girl"?

2. What do the final set of matches the girl lights do to the outside world?

3. How are the little girl's hands described just before she considers lighting a match?

4. What does the person who took the little girl's slipper want it for?

5. Who will beat the girl if she goes home?

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