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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Flora decline?
(a) Porridge.
(b) Soup.
(c) Sweet potato pie.
(d) A cousinly kiss from Adam.

2. What surprises Flora about Mrs. Beetle?
(a) Her accent.
(b) Her rudeness.
(c) Her education.
(d) Her civility.

3. What does Mary believe about Flora's proposed move to the farm in Sussex?
(a) That the family sounds like they are all insane.
(b) That a farm is no place for someone who wants to get married.
(c) That Flora will return soon to London.
(d) That Flora is not thinking straight because of her recent loss.

4. What does Flora want to do?
(a) Join a convent.
(b) Give relatives her monthly stipend in exchange for room and board.
(c) Get a job as a nanny overseas.
(d) Go to Hollywood and try to get in the silent films.

5. What about Mrs. Beetle's plan does Flora approve?
(a) It will utilitize their bizarre talents.
(b) The children will not be a burden on society.
(c) It has to do with music.
(d) It is organized.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Mr. Mybug wish to prove?

2. What does Flora throw out of the cart when she climbs onto the cart?

3. The story begins two weeks after what event?

4. Upon what does Flora give Miriam a lecture?

5. What is the name of the farm in Howling, Sussex?

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