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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 4 and 5.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does Mr. Holmes live?
(a) In a farmhouse.
(b) In a rowhouse.
(c) In a room at the mill.
(d) In a boarding house.

2. What does Lois do after her father goes to bed?
(a) Loads her wagon.
(b) Sets out breakfast dishes.
(c) Watches the moonlight.
(d) Washes clothes.

3. What noise startles Margret as she stands outside?
(a) A scream.
(b) The yapping of a dog.
(c) Thunder.
(d) A gunshot.

4. What does Margret make particular note of regarding the ledger?
(a) The meticulous writing.
(b) The ink color.
(c) The paper stock.
(d) The leather binding.

5. What was Mr. Howth's profession?
(a) Farmer.
(b) Accountant.
(c) Schoolteacher.
(d) Attorney.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Mr. Holmes leave the mill by an indirect route?

2. What kind of dog does Margret have?

3. Where does Lois live?

4. What is the name of Margret's long lost dog?

5. What is Mrs. Howth doing as Margret does her chores?

(see the answer key)

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