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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is the author of this story?
(a) Jane Austen.
(b) Charlotte Bronte.
(c) Beatrix Potter.
(d) Mary Eleanor Wilkins Freeman.

2. During what time in history is "The Revolt of 'Mother'" set?
(a) The mid-1800s.
(b) The mid-1700s.
(c) Modern times.
(d) Ancient times.

3. What is the best description of the current state of the barn that exists on the farm?
(a) Terrible condition, and animals are in danger of being hurt.
(b) Fine condition for the animals and better condition than their house.
(c) Terrible condition, similar to the state of the house.
(d) Fine condition for the animals, but the house is in better condition than the barn.

4. What does Mother ask Sammy when she goes back into the house after learning the reason for the digging?
(a) If he was aware that his father was planning to build a new house.
(b) If he was aware that his father was planning to build a new barn.
(c) What his book is about.
(d) If he wants more supper.

5. After speaking outside with Father about the men digging, to where does Mother look?
(a) To her friend's house, which is much larger than her house.
(b) At the site of the barn and realizes Father is correct.
(c) From the old barn to the new barn and wonders why they need a new barn.
(d) From the spot of the new barn to her existing house.

Short Answer Questions

1. What information does Sammy give Mother that she is unaware of?

2. How does Sammy finally respond to Mother's second question?

3. What does the introduction to "The Revolt of 'Mother'" provide to readers?

4. What answer does Mother give to Nanny's question about what the men are digging for?

5. After Sammy's response to Mother's second question, what happens?

(see the answer key)

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