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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In chapter one, how do people seem to respond to Kit jumping in the water?
(a) They they are concerned for her safety.
(b) They are annoyed.
(c) They find it admirable.
(d) They think it is funny.

2. Who is named by England as governor of the Colonies?
(a) Winston.
(b) Andros.
(c) Churchill.
(d) Ellington.

3. What is the religion of Kit's relatives in Wethersfield?
(a) Amis.
(b) Catholic.
(c) Mennonite.
(d) Puritan.

4. What does William ask Matthew in Chapter 6?
(a) For permission to court Kit.
(b) For a place to stay.
(c) For a job.
(d) For permission to court Judith.

5. After observing the Cruffs, how does Kit view them?
(a) As lovey-dovey.
(b) As very nice.
(c) As very studious.
(d) As harsh people.

6. How does John react when hearing that Kit can read and what she reads?
(a) He is surprised and shocked.
(b) He is impressed.
(c) He is excited and encouraging.
(d) He is indifferent.

7. What rumor is Mrs. Cruff spreading about Kit on their boat ride to Wethersfield?
(a) That Kit is a boy.
(b) That Kit is a witch.
(c) That Kit was raised by wolves.
(d) That Kit cannot speak.

8. What hurtful thing does Judith say about her cousin her first night there?
(a) That Kit is not very nice.
(b) That Kit is not very pretty.
(c) That Kit should have been a boy; it would be more helpful.
(d) That Kit is just a spoiled farm girl.

9. In Chapter 7, what important responsibility has William recently been given?
(a) Builder of the new Meeting House.
(b) Lead choir singer.
(c) Viewer of Fences.
(d) Community organizer.

10. How does Kit react to teaching the young children?
(a) She thinks it is better than nothing.
(b) She thinks it is too hard and would rather do manual labor.
(c) She finds it quite dull.
(d) She enjoys it.

11. Who is the monarch of England at the time Kit moves to the colonies?
(a) King Edward.
(b) Queen Elizabeth.
(c) King James.
(d) King John.

12. How does Kit feel when the reverend says a prayer for Mercy and her affliction?
(a) She is emotional.
(b) She is thankful.
(c) She is annoyed.
(d) She is in agreement.

13. What does the author note in Chapter 6 that is a touchy subject in Wethersfield?
(a) Womens' rights.
(b) Politics.
(c) Finances.
(d) War.

14. What does Hannah do to raise some money to pay for taxes and fines?
(a) She sells bread.
(b) She knits socks and blankets.
(c) She sells vegetables.
(d) She spins flax for some of the townspeople.

15. What day is prayer meeting held?
(a) Sunday.
(b) Monday.
(c) Friday.
(d) Saturday.

Short Answer Questions

1. What opinion does Dr. Bulkeley mention that upsets Matthew?

2. How many days does it take the boat to make its way up the river to Wethersfield?

3. In Chapter 10, what does Kit tell Mr. Kimberly about the play-acting at the school?

4. When Kit arrives in Wethersfield, who is there to meet her?

5. What warning does Mr. Holbrook give Kit?

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