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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 10 and 11.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who helps Nels with homework?
(a) Papa.
(b) The narrator.
(c) Mama.
(d) Mr. Hyde.

2. What does the Norwegian phrase "Lille Ven" mean?
(a) Little friend.
(b) Light heart.
(c) Little man.
(d) Last one.

3. What item does Papa decide to give up to save money?
(a) Alcohol.
(b) Tobacco.
(c) Gambling.
(d) The newspaper.

4. How much cash does Mama pay for the surgery?
(a) $55.
(b) $300.
(c) $225.
(d) $350.

5. What happens to Papa at the City Hall job?
(a) He breaks his leg.
(b) He is hit in the head.
(c) He passes out from heat exhaustion.
(d) He falls off a ladder.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Katrin fired from her job?

2. Why does Katrin not like Miss Grimes?

3. What item acts as a sense of security for the children?

4. Why can't any of the girls boil water for the tea during the reception?

5. What forbidden item does Carmelita bring to the reception?

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