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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 8 - 11.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How did Miss Furnivall and Mrs. Stark begin to behave in Miss Rosamond's presence?
(a) They brightened.
(b) They scolded her often.
(c) They spoiled her with sweets.
(d) They ignored her.

2. With whom does Hester consider moving in so she can protect Miss Rosamond from the little girl?
(a) Her brother.
(b) Her father.
(c) The local paster.
(d) Her former employer.

3. What is the little girl doing when Hester and Rosamond see her outside in the snow?
(a) Running toward the holly trees.
(b) Dancing and singing.
(c) Banging on the window to be let in.
(d) Crying and rocking herself.

4. Why does Mrs. Stark have to take Miss Furnivall to her room when they cannot find Miss Rosamond?
(a) She accuses Hester of losing the child.
(b) She is getting in the way.
(c) She threatens to beat Dorothy.
(d) She begins to shake so badly.

5. In what part of the house does the nursemaid say she never opened the doors?
(a) The east wing.
(b) The west wing.
(c) The attic.
(d) The library.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is speaking when Hester's name is first used in the story?

2. How old is Miss Furnivall who lives in the Manor House where Miss Rosamond and the nursemaid are sent?

3. What can Miss Furnivall be heard yelling when Mrs. Stark rushed Hester and Rosamond out of the room after they tell her of the little girl?

4. What is the name of the baby for whom the narrator was in charge?

5. What does Hester do during the night when Miss Rosamond was returned after wandering outside in the cold?

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