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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3, The Midwife.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the protagonist not do while she sleeps?
(a) Grinds her teeth.
(b) Snores.
(c) Drools.
(d) Dreams.

2. Why does Beetle curse the cat in Chapter 2?
(a) The cat growled and hissed at Beetle.
(b) Beetle is in a bad mood and takes it out on the cat.
(c) She has never heard any kind words before, so she doesn't know any.
(d) The cat scratched her hand.

3. What do the boys in the village call the protagonist in Chapter 1?
(a) Grubby Girl.
(b) Piggy.
(c) Dung Beetle.
(d) Stinky Face.

4. What does Beetle take to the cat at the end of Chapter 2?
(a) Some ale.
(b) Some chicken scraps.
(c) Some cheese.
(d) A basket to sleep in.

5. How many days pass before Beetle sees the cat alive and well again in Chapter 2?
(a) Four days.
(b) Five days.
(c) Eight days.
(d) Two days.

Short Answer Questions

1. The village boys stick the cat in a sack with ______________.

2. How does the protagonist live her life in Chapter 1?

3. In what manner does the midwife deal with the expectant mothers?

4. According to the protagonist, why do villagers often drive her away?

5. What is said about the midwife's hands?

(see the answer key)

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