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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 11-13.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the real name of the character called “Cook” in the novel?
(a) Mrs. Ellis.
(b) Mrs. Hennessey.
(c) Mrs. Gauthier.
(d) Mrs. Maxwell.

2. Pa tells Mattie in Chapter 12 that if she leaves the family to go to college, then he will do what?
(a) Give her the inheritance left by his aunt.
(b) See that she has the money to start her career.
(c) o longer welcome her into his home.
(d) See that she obtains a good dowry.

3. What gift does Uncle Fifty give to Mattie during his visit?
(a) A fountain pen.
(b) A silk kimono.
(c) A composition book.
(d) A book.

4. What kind of boat serves as the floating grocery store and lending library in the novel?
(a) A crab boat.
(b) An ocean liner.
(c) A pickle boat.
(d) A trolling boat.

5. Who is the suitor that is pursuing Mattie in the beginning of the novel?
(a) Tommy Hubbard.
(b) Weaver Smith.
(c) Frank Loomis.
(d) Royal Loomis.

Short Answer Questions

1. When was The House of Mirth first published?

2. Where does Mattie dream of going to college in the beginning of the novel?

3. How is Uncle Fifty related to Mattie?

4. Whose name does Mattie recall on the letters upstairs under her mattress in the opening of the novel?

5. In what county does most of the novel take place?

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