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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters LXXXI - XC.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why isn't Ruth sad to be leaving home in Chapter I?
(a) She is excited about her new home.
(b) She had an unhappy childhood.
(c) Her home was very boring.
(d) She knows she will return soon.

2. In Chapter LXII, what does Ruth worry will happen before she gets her first pay?
(a) Nettie will starve to death.
(b) The Halls will try to take Nettie.
(c) She will lose her job.
(d) She will pass out.

3. What makes Mrs. Hall think Ruth might be desperate enough to give up one of her daughters in Chapter LVII?
(a) Ruth is buying increasingly smaller loaves of bread.
(b) Ruth is tired and wants to focus on her work.
(c) Ruth is looking alarmingly thin.
(d) Ruth is less patient with her daughters.

4. What do Katy and Nettie never tire of telling each other stories about in Chapter LXXXIV?
(a) Their suffering.
(b) Their rags to riches story.
(c) Their favorite things to do.
(d) Their mother's talent.

5. What does Dr. Hall send to treat Daisy with in Chapter XX?
(a) A stuffed toy.
(b) A hot drink.
(c) Nothing.
(d) A bottle of medicine.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Hyacinth instruct Mr. Gates not to do in a letter?

2. What does a man suggest to Ruth in a fan letter in Chapter LXV?

3. What is Nettie pleading for while her grandfather is dining on the other side of the city?

4. What does Mr. Walter offer Ruth to write for him?

5. What kind of examination does Mr. Walter convince Ruth to get in Chapter LXXVI?

(see the answer key)

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