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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 5-8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did Maule do just before his death?
(a) He cursed the Pyncheon family.
(b) He spat up blood.
(c) He poisoned his well.
(d) He hypnotized his daughter.

2. What does Holgrave suggest about the Judge?
(a) He appeares cynical and jaded.
(b) He appeares capable of a great crime.
(c) He appeares pious and humble.
(d) He appeares charismatic and appealing.

3. What does Phoebe’s window look down on?
(a) The street.
(b) The front walk.
(c) The garden.
(d) The Elm.

4. What was the symptom of this mysterious death that occurs when the Pyncheons move into the House?
(a) Hair falling out.
(b) Eyes turning white.
(c) Shriveling skin.
(d) Drooling blood.

5. How does the Judge respond to Phoebe’s rebuff?
(a) He smiles and laughes it off.
(b) He is mildly puzzled.
(c) He grows angry and abusive.
(d) He is openly disappointed.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was Matthew Maule accused of?

2. Why were the Maules considered outcasts?

3. What does Holgrave suggest Phoebe do the first time he meets her?

4. At the story’s opening, how many members of the Pyncheon family are left living?

5. What does Phoebe do for Hepzibah her first morning at the House?

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