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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 31 - 45.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Isa remind herself of when she sees Giles?
(a) That she forgot to prepare Giles' suit.
(b) That Giles dislikes Mrs. Manresa.
(c) That Giles is the father of her children.
(d) That Giles has always been kind to her.

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

3. Who laughs at Mrs. Swithin's odd manner?
(a) Young nobles.
(b) Mr. Oliver.
(c) Isa.
(d) George.

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

5. Who does Giles fume about having to spend time with after arriving at Pointz Hall?
(a) Country folk.
(b) Troublemakers.
(c) Old fogies.
(d) Deviants.

Short Answer Questions

1. What word do people use to refer to Miss La Trobe?

2. Which of the following is NOT something Mrs. Swithin gives into whole-heartedly?

3. What do Mrs. Swithin and Mr. Oliver wonder about in regards to the event?

4. What is 'the old wall'?

5. What is the name of Isa's youngest child?

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