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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2, Summer Holidays.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What were some qualities that Beatrix admired that were found on her grandmother's side?
(a) Constant kindness and forgiveness.
(b) Her sense of humor and tact.
(c) Wealth and eccentricity.
(d) Vibrancy and energy.

2. How did Beatrix view her childhood surroundings?
(a) As something to escape.
(b) As pretentious.
(c) As fun.
(d) As oppressive.

3. Beatrix's childhood nurse is described as ________________.
(a) A Scottish Calvinist.
(b) An atheist.
(c) A hillbilly.
(d) A Liberal.

4. What would the servants do while the Potter family visited the sea?
(a) They would rest.
(b) They would visit their loved ones.
(c) They would accompany the Potters.
(d) They would clean the home.

5. What fascinated Beatrix about Scotland during her childhood?
(a) Its dangerous feel.
(b) Its magical feel.
(c) Its exotic feel.
(d) Its calming feel.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Beatrix NOT think was beautiful during her trips to Scotland?

2. What was Beatrix's father's name?

3. How is Beatrix's parents' schedule described?

4. How did Beatrix's parents become wealthy?

5. How did Beatrix feel growing up as a result of not being a part of her parents' lives?

(see the answer key)

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