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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many days does the rain storm in Chapter LXXXI last for?
(a) Five days.
(b) Seven days.
(c) Nine days.
(d) Twelve days.

2. Where will Ruth and her daughters stay for a while before moving into their new home?
(a) The boarding house.
(b) A nice hotel.
(c) A friend's house.
(d) With Dr. and Mrs. Hall.

3. What chore does Mrs. Waters assign to Ruth to do every week?
(a) Wash the windows.
(b) Sort the laundry.
(c) Inspect for rats.
(d) Wash the stairs.

4. What does Mrs. Hall call Ruth to belittle her in Chapter III?
(a) A puny runt.
(b) A frivolous doll.
(c) A country bumpkin.
(d) An airheaded ninny.

5. Who are the Skiddys?
(a) Friends of the Halls.
(b) The Mayor's family.
(c) The landlords at the boarding house.
(d) A prominent family at Ruth's church.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does the boarding house housemaid decide to quit?

2. What token of her little boyfriend does Nettie show to Katy in Chapter LXXXIII?

3. What does Dr. Hall tell his wife that Ruth couldn't care less about?

4. What does Mrs. Hall warn Dr. Hall he should not make fun of her for in Chapter XVIII?

5. Who does Hyacinth ask to convince Ruth to find another line of work?

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