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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Eleven.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What will happen to the Winthrop family now that Groton Manor has been sold?
(a) They will all sail for France.
(b) They will all sail to Barbados.
(c) They will all set up household in London.
(d) They will all sail to New England.

2. What does Bess mix in the apothecary shop for a countess?
(a) A mithridate (cure-all)
(b) A migraine potion
(c) A poison ivy cream
(d) An antacid

3. How has Bess' behavior changed since Harry and Robert have moved into the Fones house?
(a) She studies all the time.
(b) She is more diligent about the apothecary business.
(c) She goes to church twice a day.
(d) She wears makeup and goes to improper places.

4. Who does Bess learn will be arriving soon at Groton?
(a) Sara Winthrop
(b) Priscilla, Sam, and Martha Fones
(c) Emily Fones
(d) Jack Winthrop

5. Why would John Winthrop be inclined to go to the new world, America?
(a) Because he has an adventurous spirit.
(b) Because his job has been dissolved by the king.
(c) Because he wants to cross the ocean in his lifetime.
(d) Because he wants to take religion to the heathens.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Bess' surprise visitor?

2. Who is the eldest of the Fones children?

3. To what position is John Winthrop elected?

4. Who is the friendly Indian the ship's passengers meet in Boston?

5. What news does John Winthrop receive after he arrives in New England?

(see the answer key)

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