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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 12 and 13.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does the family move when they left the Castro Street house?
(a) Uncle Chris' old house.
(b) A chicken ranch across the bay.
(c) A boarding house on Steiner Street.
(d) Their family home in Norway.

2. The narrator, Katrin, decides to change her name to what?
(a) Kathryn.
(b) Kaaren.
(c) Katherine.
(d) Christine.

3. Who does Aunt Elna end up moving in with?
(a) Mama.
(b) Aunt Marta.
(c) Aunt Jenny.
(d) Aunt Trina.

4. What does the teacher send Katrin to find at the end of chapter 6?
(a) A mop.
(b) A pencil.
(c) A new dress.
(d) A book.

5. Why can't any of the girls boil water for the tea during the reception?
(a) The stove is not working.
(b) The science room is locked.
(c) Mrs. Winford does not like tea.
(d) There are no pots to boil water in.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of Katrin's only classmate who is nice to her?

2. Who is the special guest Winford was expecting?

3. Why does Katrin not like Miss Grimes?

4. What is the name of Katrin's teacher?

5. How many free months of rent does the family receive from the Sondermans?

(see the answer key)

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