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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Biddy's surname?
(a) Frederickson.
(b) Anderson.
(c) Jameson.
(d) McPherson.

2. Where does Mrs. Jiff spend most of her time?
(a) At the park.
(b) In the school room.
(c) In the laundry room.
(d) In the kitchen.

3. What does Dr. Hall request for Tom Develin to send him?
(a) Harry's wristwatch.
(b) Harry's account books.
(c) Harry's clothing.
(d) Harry's cufflinks.

4. What color is the wreath that Ruth carries on her wedding day?
(a) Purple.
(b) Red.
(c) Brown.
(d) Orange.

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

6. What event takes place in Chapter XXIII?
(a) Ruth's birthday.
(b) Daisy's funeral.
(c) Ruth's and Harry's anniversary.
(d) Daisy's birthday.

7. Which religious order do the Halls follow?
(a) Adventism.
(b) Pentecostalism.
(c) Zionism.
(d) Calvinism.

8. Who or what do the Hall's blame for Harry's sudden severe illness?
(a) Harry's work ethic.
(b) The weather.
(c) Themselves.
(d) Ruth.

9. What does the letter to Dr. Hall from Mr. Ellet in Chapter XXXV say?
(a) That the children should be forced from Ruth's side.
(b) That they should put a stop to any contact with Ruth.
(c) That Ruth refuses to part with her children.
(d) That he will be coming for a visit soon.

10. Where is Ruth staying with her family in Chapter XXIV?
(a) Beach Cliffe.
(b) Lake Town.
(c) River Bend.
(d) Ocean Downs.

11. What does Ruth feel mocks her when her husband is buried?
(a) The bright sunny weather.
(b) The natural beauty which surrounds the cemetery.
(c) Mrs. Hall's inappropriate attire.
(d) His will.

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

13. What is the one thing that the Halls agree on completely?
(a) That Ruth should be sent away.
(b) That their son is perfect.
(c) That their son should have at least four children.
(d) That Ruth is a sweet girl after all.

14. Which of the following does NOT describe Mrs. Jiff?
(a) Loud.
(b) Kind.
(c) Obese.
(d) Rude.

15. What is the name of the Halls' maid?
(a) Sarah.
(b) Bonnie.
(c) Betty.
(d) Anna.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Mrs. Leon moved to tears with regret for?

2. What do Ruth and Harry name their first child?

3. Why does Tom Develin comply with Dr. Hall's request in Chapter XXXVII?

4. What is Ruth's brother's name?

5. What does Dr. Hall believe he knows much more about than Harry does in Chapter XV?

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