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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What insult does Matilda say to her mother?
(a) She tells her that she is mean.
(b) She tells her she hates her.
(c) She tells her that she is ugly.
(d) She tells her she is horrid.

2. Before Mattie's grandfather came to live with them what was his profession?
(a) He was the captain of a ship.
(b) He was an army captain.
(c) He was a chef.
(d) He was a carpenter.

3. What does Grandfather suggest that Nathaniel Benson did at the market?
(a) Knocked over a stand spilling produce.
(b) Stole some eggs.
(c) Acted inappropriately.
(d) Bought some meat below fourth street.

4. Why will Matilda's mother not allow Matilda to take Polly's family food?
(a) Because she wants Matilda to get back to work.
(b) Because she wants to sell the food.
(c) Because she is afraid that Matilda will become ill.
(d) Because she dislikes Polly's family.

5. When Mattie's mother begins to worry about Mattie falling ill she suggests sending her where?
(a) Nowhere.
(b) To the mountains.
(c) To Europe.
(d) To a friend's farm.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why Eliza so important to the Coffeehouse?

2. Where is Mattie allowed to go when she leaves the house?

3. Why does Mattie handle the bills and the exchange of money?

4. Matilda and her mother live above what type of business?

5. Why does Mrs. Epler, the egg vendor, say that people are dying?

(see the answer key)

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