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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8, Mrs. Heelis of Sawrey.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many children's books did Beatrice write in the eight years after she purchased her farm?
(a) Five.
(b) Eight.
(c) Two.
(d) Thirteen.

2. After buying her farm, whom did Beatrix often depict in her books?
(a) Norman.
(b) The local townspeople.
(c) Her parents.
(d) Film stars.

3. What did Beatrix's parents help her do prior to the publication of "The Tale of Peter Rabbit"?
(a) Negotiate with the publisher.
(b) Arrange an advertising campaign.
(c) Secure her copyrights.
(d) Buy a house.

4. What would Beatrix carry instead of luggage on her travels?
(a) An easel and paintbox.
(b) Animals carriers.
(c) Picnic baskets.
(d) Laundry bags.

5. What did Beatrix focus her life on after marrying?
(a) Charity work.
(b) Writing.
(c) Farming.
(d) Raising a family.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where did Caroline have a home?

2. What did Beatrix's parents object to in Chapter 4?

3. What began to influence Beatrix's personality during her childhood?

4. What was Beatrix's full name?

5. What kind of comicality does Lane say is expressed on each page of Beatrix's books?

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