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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through August - September (7).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What do the Ransomes have that made them unique?
(a) Their very own Essex Serpent.
(b) Four children, two girls and two boys.
(c) Goats, named Gog and Magog.
(d) Their own church.

2. What does Cora discover about the body of the dead fish?
(a) Cora finds that the dead fish is a giant eel.
(b) The dead fish is no longer visible.
(c) She discovers that it is from Bermuda.
(d) There is an oar fish that looks the same found in Bermuda.

3. Cora and Martha quite unexpectedly meet their friends in the streets of Colchester. Who are the friends?
(a) Thomas Taylor and his daughter.
(b) William and Stella Ransome.
(c) Charles and Katherine Ambrose.
(d) Luke Garrett and Spencer.

4. What is on the piece of paper Naomi slips to Joanna in the classroom?
(a) It is a note to Joanna asking her if she is mad.
(b) A poem Naomi has written.
(c) A spell they had written weeks earlier.
(d) There is a drawing of the Essex Serpent.

5. Why does Spencer write to Cora?
(a) To tel Cora all about the stabbing.
(b) To tell Cora she is forgiven by Luke but he could not write.
(c) To tell Cora that she is unduly cruel.
(d) To tell her of the injury and to leave Luke alone.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Spencer read Cora's letters to Luke?

2. Why is Stella distraught after she visits the London physicians?

3. What does Cracknell make sure he has in his window?

4. How long does Charles declare Cora would last living in Aldwinter?

5. What does Spencer do to alleviate his embarrassment of his wealth?

(see the answer key)

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