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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 16 - 30.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is especially enlivened by Mrs. Manresa's presence?
(a) William.
(b) Captain Mayhew.
(c) Mr. Oliver.
(d) Isa.

2. Why is Mrs. Manresa welcomed?
(a) She is very wealthy.
(b) She has powerful relations.
(c) She adds energy to the occasion.
(d) She doesn't cause much trouble.

3. What is the name of Isa's youngest child?
(a) Posy.
(b) Addie.
(c) Caro.
(d) Shan.

4. What superstitious notion does Mrs. Swithin wonder about?
(a) Lucky horseshoes.
(b) Knocking on wood.
(c) Saying 'rabbits' on the first day of the month.
(d) Throwing salt over your shoulder.

5. What book does Mr. Oliver use for reference?
(a) A bible.
(b) A dictionary.
(c) An encyclopedia.
(d) A farmer's almanac.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Isa say she has ordered for the coming event?

2. What is the name of Mr. Oliver's country home?

3. What does the cook prepare for the event preparers?

4. What have Mr. Haines, his wife, and Mr. Oliver gathered to discuss at the beginning of the book?

5. What does Mr. Oliver tell Isa he is disappointed by?

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