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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of Beatrix's characters was made into a doll?
(a) Peter Rabbit.
(b) Jemima Puddle-Duck.
(c) Tom Kitten.
(d) Timmy Tiptoes.

2. Which individuals impressed Beatrix in Chapter 8?
(a) Jockeys.
(b) Beekeepers.
(c) Shepherds.
(d) Animal breeders.

3. What was the name of the second farm Beatrix bought in 1909?
(a) Fortress Farm.
(b) Castle Farm.
(c) Camelot Farm.
(d) Kingdom Farm.

4. What does the author say of Beatrix's art works?
(a) They were sweet.
(b) They were easily imitated by children.
(c) They were well executed.
(d) They were amateurish.

5. How did Beatrix feel about being famous in her middle age?
(a) Intrigued.
(b) Frustrated.
(c) Alarmed.
(d) Excited.

Short Answer Questions

1. How big was Trouthbeck Park?

2. According to the author, Beatrix's water colors were perfect for ____________.

3. How did Beatrix feel about her demanding lifestyle after she married?

4. In what year did Beatrix write "Johnny Town-Mouse"?

5. How is the farm Beatrix purchased described?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why did Beatrix publish "The Fairy Caravan"? Why didn't she release it in Britain?

2. How did Beatrix feel about old age?

3. Where did Beatrix settle her mother after her father's death?

4. What softened Beatrix's reticence for interacting with the public?

5. What side projects did Beatrix pass her time with when she was not at her farm?

6. What does Lane say was the core of Beatrix's genius?

7. What became a problem for Beatrix due to her success and increasing fame?

8. What interested Beatrix at Troutbeck Park?

9. What did Beatrix find difficult about farm life?

10. How did Beatrix prepare for her operation in 1939?

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