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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Matilda and her mother live above what type of business?
(a) A Coffeehouse.
(b) A Shoemaker.
(c) A General Store.
(d) A Blacksmith.

2. Where do Mattie and her mother get invited to go?
(a) To Polly's funeral.
(b) To have tea at the Ogilvies' home.
(c) To a party at the Oglivies' home.
(d) To a meeting for business owners.

3. Why does Mattie handle the bills and the exchange of money?
(a) Because Mattie enjoys it.
(b) Because her mother thought that it would be a good way for Mattie to learn mathematical skills.
(c) Because her mother is too tired.
(d) Because her mother is unable to do the math.

4. Why has business increased at the coffeehouse over the past week?
(a) People are doing more of their business inland, away from the river, due to fear of disease.
(b) People are stocking up in case they have to stay home for several days.
(c) People are celebrating.
(d) People want to eat out instead of eating at home for safety.

5. After reading Chapter 1 and Chapter 2 how would you characterize Matilda's relationship with her mother?
(a) Matilda and her mother do not have a relationship.
(b) Matilda and her mother are friends.
(c) Matilda feels like a servant.
(d) Matilda and her mother are more like sisters than mother and daughter.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is Mattie allowed to go when she leaves the house?

2. How would you characterize Matilda's reaction to Polly's death?

3. How did Polly die?

4. What insult does Matilda say to her mother?

5. What happened to Matilda's father?

(see the answer key)

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