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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The fact that Almeda is an independent spirit and does not fit into 1800s society but would be applauded in the 1990s is called ______________.
(a) Alliteration.
(b) Irony.
(c) Analogy.
(d) Symbolism.

2. Which of the following does Almeda not prefer to do?
(a) Study.
(b) Write poetry.
(c) Cook.
(d) Read.

3. Which of the following roles did Almeda not assume for her father after the death of her mother?
(a) Business partner.
(b) Companion.
(c) Hostess.
(d) Housekeeper.

4. Why does the town attract relatively young people?
(a) It is in a very cold climate.
(b) It is an unsettled area.
(c) It has great outdoor recreation.
(d) It has great schools.

5. What is the undesirable part of town called?
(a) Skid Row.
(b) Finneytown.
(c) Harlem.
(d) Pearl Street swamp.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Almeda always try to conduct herself in town?

2. How long is school in session each year?

3. What is the source of Almeda's social withdrawal?

4. Which of the following does the narrator not mention as inhabiting the town?

5. Which of the following does not contribute to the beauty of the swamp?

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