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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8, Mrs. Heelis of Sawrey.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where did Beatrix find her mother a new home after the War?
(a) In Kent.
(b) A few blocks away from Bolton Gardens.
(c) Near Lake Windermere.
(d) At a farm near Hill Top.

2. What did Beatrix and her brother restore together as children?
(a) A printing press.
(b) A rabbit hutch.
(c) A buggy.
(d) A bicycle.

3. What interests did Miss Hammond encourage in Beatrix?
(a) Her interest in farming.
(b) Her interest in nature.
(c) Her interest in travel.
(d) Her interest in writing.

4. What were some qualities that Beatrix admired that were found on her grandmother's side?
(a) Her sense of humor and tact.
(b) Vibrancy and energy.
(c) Wealth and eccentricity.
(d) Constant kindness and forgiveness.

5. What would Beatrix sometimes write about while in Scotland?
(a) Characteristics of certain plants.
(b) The animals she saw.
(c) Adventures around the world.
(d) The people who lived nearby.

Short Answer Questions

1. How are Caroline's political views described?

2. What breed of sheep did Beatrix keep at Troutbeck Park?

3. What did the person who visited Beatrix in 1927 discover?

4. What kind of comicality does Lane say is expressed on each page of Beatrix's books?

5. Norman died of________.

(see the answer key)

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