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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters XXI - XXX.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What do the Halls think the Ellet men are avoiding a discussion about in Chapter XXX?
(a) Who should try to comfort Ruth.
(b) Who should now be financially responsible for Ruth and her girls.
(c) Ruth's future as a wage-earner.
(d) The reasons behind Harry's death.

2. What is the name of Harry's horse?
(a) Hermes.
(b) Romeo.
(c) Peter.
(d) Jupiter.

3. What month is it in Chapter XXVI when Ruth and her family linger at the beach resort?
(a) November.
(b) August.
(c) October.
(d) September.

4. What is the name of Ruth's eldest living daughter?
(a) Lucy.
(b) Heather.
(c) Harriet.
(d) Katy.

5. What does Ruth first learn to do by her daughter's cradle?
(a) Pray.
(b) Sit quietly.
(c) Sew.
(d) Sing.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Ruth's brother particularly glad she has married?

2. How far from the city is the house that Ruth and Harry buy?

3. What does Mrs. Hall complain about Ruth's hair in Chapter XVIII?

4. What fault does Dr. Hall find in Harry's medical treatment?

5. Who is Mrs. Jiff?

(see the answer key)

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