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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Cassie invites Catherine to her home to see ___________________.
(a) her new bedroom furniture.
(b) a new mural.
(c) her new dresses.
(d) her new baby brother.

2. Which of the following does Catherine enjoy after picking berries?
(a) Making pies.
(b) Singing around a campfire.
(c) Swimming in the pond.
(d) Horseback riding.

3. Why does Catherine complain about her project?
(a) She would rather play outside.
(b) She is making too big a mess.
(c) She thinks she is too slow.
(d) She doesn't like the colors she chose.

4. What is the name of Ann's son?
(a) David.
(b) Daniel.
(c) Matthew.
(d) James.

5. Who leaves flowers on a note for Catherine?
(a) Asa.
(b) Matthew.
(c) James.
(d) Joshua.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Uncle Jack do that Ann finds offensive?

2. What news does Mr. Hall bring on his return?

3. What does Aunt Lucy do with her beautiful city dresses?

4. Who does Mr. Hall plan to marry?

5. What does Mr. Hall suggest that Catherine send with him when he returns to Boston to marry Ann?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does the author use foreshadowing related to Catherine's comments about quilts?

2. How do the Shipman and Hall families hold up in the aftermath of Cassie's death?

3. How is the theme of trust exhibited between Asa and Catherine regarding his poem for Sophy?

4. Describe how Ann is becoming both physically and emotionally stronger since her arrival at the Hall household.

5. How does Ann alienate Uncle Jack when he comes for a visit and how does Mr. Hall react?

6. How does Cassie help Catherine get a new perspective on Ann's arrival?

7. What is the emotional turning point for Ann and Catherine's relationship?

8. How does the author use flashbacks to help communicate Catherine's feelings about the death of her mother and baby brother?

9. What is the symbolism of the blue bonnet that Catherine wears in Chapter 18?

10. Describe how the boys in the class revolt against the new teacher's severe punishment measures.

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