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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why did Eliza want Mattie to cut her some asparagus grass?
(a) To add to the soup she was making.
(b) To eat for a snack.
(c) To keep the flies away from her.
(d) To help kill germs.

2. Who is Dr. Rowley?
(a) A doctor working with the mayor to stop the spread of the fever.
(b) A doctor that has been called in to look at Mrs. Cook.
(c) A well respected doctor in town.
(d) The doctor who helped Colette.

3. Why has business increased at the coffeehouse over the past week?
(a) People are stocking up in case they have to stay home for several days.
(b) People want to eat out instead of eating at home for safety.
(c) People are doing more of their business inland, away from the river, due to fear of disease.
(d) People are celebrating.

4. At the beginning of Chapter 6 what does Mattie vow never to complain about again?
(a) Cold days.
(b) Rainy days.
(c) Hot days.
(d) Working hard.

5. Why is Mattie Leaving?
(a) She wants to be with Nathaniel Benson.
(b) Dr. Kerr says that it is the only way to keep her safe.
(c) She decides that it is the only way she will be safe.
(d) She wants to be the Ogilvie family.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Mattie run into while she is out of the house?

2. What type of meeting is Eliza attending?

3. What happens to Colette at the end of Chapter 7?

4. Where are the Ogilvie sons?

5. Why does Mattie have to rewash the tablecloths?

(see the answer key)

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