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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Section 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How can Emily tell a poem?
(a) When she has a physical reaction to it.
(b) When others understand it.
(c) When she has found the perfect words.
(d) When she can no longer stand to read it.

2. How many classifications did Mary Lyon have for her students?
(a) 10.
(b) 6.
(c) 4.
(d) 3.

3. What does Emily believe her father's gift to Austin was described to do?
(a) Ensure the family was never apart.
(b) Keep Austin close to home.
(c) Tie Austin to his father forever.
(d) Help provide for Austin and his new bride.

4. Why does Emily believe Henrietta is strolling outside of Emily's house?
(a) To show off her new wardrobe.
(b) To show off for the audience.
(c) To spy on Emily's father.
(d) To catch a glimpse of Emily.

5. What does Emily say her neighbors do to try and get a look at her?
(a) Send invitations to her father.
(b) Invite themselves to dinner.
(c) Bring gifts to her door.
(d) Harass other members of her family.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why did Emily's father indicate he wanted Emily to stay home?

2. Which of the following was not one of Mary Lyon's classifications for students?

3. What does Emily do all of in her home?

4. What does Emily say phosphorescence gives poetry?

5. What is Emily's middle name?

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