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Quiz over the Truman Readers Award Nominee Book "Chains."

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1.

Where does the beginning of the story take place?
- A.
  
  Africa
- B.
  
  South Carolina
- C.
  
  Rhode Island
- D.
  
  Jersey
Correct Answer
C. Rhode Island

Explanation
The beginning of the story takes place in Rhode Island.

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2.

What does Madam change Isabel's name to?
- A.
  
  Country
- B.
  
  Sal
- C.
  
  Ruth
- D.
  
  Becky
Correct Answer
B. Sal

Explanation
Madam changes Isabel's name to Sal.

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3.

What was Isabel's duty every morning?
- A.
  
  Go to the market
- B.
  
  Wake up Master and Madam Lockton
- C.
  
  Bake bread
- D.
  
  Collect water from Tea Water Pump
Correct Answer
D. Collect water from Tea Water Pump

Explanation
Isabel's duty every morning was to collect water from the Tea Water Pump.

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4.

Ruth gets sold to Nevis.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False
5.

Isabel can read and write.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
Isabel's ability to read and write is confirmed as true.

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6.

Madam Lockton admired Isabel and decided to take her as her personal servant.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
Madam Lockton did not admire Isabel and did not decide to take her as her personal servant. In fact, Madam Lockton purchased Isabel and her sister Ruth as slaves, showing no admiration or personal interest in Isabel. Therefore, the correct answer is False.

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7.

After Isabel's punishment for running away she lay unconscious at Lady Semour's house for _________ days.
- A.
  
  Six
- B.
  
  Two
- C.
  
  Four
- D.
  
  Eight
Correct Answer
A. Six

Explanation
After Isabel's punishment for running away, she was severely injured and had to be taken to Lady Semour's house for medical attention. She remained unconscious for a period of six days, indicating the severity of her condition and the time it took for her to recover.

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8.

Who was Isabel's only friend?
- A.
  
  Becky
- B.
  
  Madam Lockton
- C.
  
  Curzon
- D.
  
  Sarah
Correct Answer
C. Curzon

Explanation
Curzon was Isabel's only friend. This can be inferred from the context of the question, which suggests that Isabel had only one friend. The other options, Becky, Madam Lockton, and Sarah, are not mentioned in the question and therefore cannot be considered as Isabel's friend. Therefore, the correct answer is Curzon.

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9.

What did Master Lockton hide in to escape New York when the Patriots were looking for Loyalists?
- A.
  
  A crate marked Cheese
- B.
  
  A barrel marked wine
- C.
  
  A crate marked tobacco
- D.
  
  A barrel labeled tea
Correct Answer
A. A crate marked Cheese

Explanation
Master Lockton hid in a crate marked Cheese to escape New York when the Patriots were looking for Loyalists. This disguise would have helped him blend in with other goods being transported, as cheese was a common item. By choosing a crate marked Cheese, Lockton could have easily avoided suspicion and made his escape without being detected by the Patriots searching for Loyalists.

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10.

What did Isabel try to steal (but was actually given to her by Lady Seymour) when she was running away at the end of the book?
- A.
  
  A book
- B.
  
  A coin purse of money
- C.
  
  Food
- D.
  
  Clothing that fit her.
Correct Answer
B. A coin purse of money

Explanation
Isabel tried to steal a coin purse of money when she was running away at the end of the book. However, Lady Seymour actually gave it to her.

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11.

What did the I that was branded into Isabel's face stand for?
- A.
  
  Insubordinate
- B.
  
  Isabel
- C.
  
  Illustrious
- D.
  
  Insolence
Correct Answer
D. Insolence

Explanation
The I that was branded into Isabel's face stands for "Insolence". This means that Isabel was branded with the letter I as a punishment for being disrespectful or showing a lack of respect towards someone in authority.

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12.

You could be "tarred and feathered" for drinking or serving tea.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
During the American Revolution, "tarring and feathering" was a form of punishment used by colonists against those who were seen as loyal to the British Crown. This involved covering the person in hot tar and then applying feathers, causing humiliation and pain. Tea was associated with British culture and was seen as a symbol of loyalty to the Crown. Therefore, it is possible that drinking or serving tea during this time could have led to being "tarred and feathered," making the statement true.

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13.

Lady Seymour's house caught fire and burned down.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
The statement states that Lady Seymour's house caught fire and burned down. This implies that the statement is true, as it directly states a fact.

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14.

There was a secret code to gain entrance to the Patriot's encampment.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
The statement suggests that there was indeed a secret code required to gain entrance to the Patriot's encampment. This implies that without knowing and providing the correct code, one would not be allowed entry. Therefore, the correct answer is "True."

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15.

According to Isabel's mother, the best time to speak to ghosts was:
- A.
  
  At sunset
- B.
  
  Mid-day
- C.
  
  Right before sunrise
- D.
  
  Dusk
Correct Answer
C. Right before sunrise

Explanation
Isabel's mother believes that the best time to speak to ghosts is right before sunrise. This suggests that there is a spiritual connection or a higher likelihood of encountering ghosts during this time. The calmness and stillness of the early morning hours may create an atmosphere conducive to communicating with the spirit world. Additionally, it may be believed that the veil between the living and the dead is thinner during this time, making it easier to connect with spirits.

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16.

Madam Lockton thought Ruth was possessed by the devil because of her episodes.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
Madam Lockton believed that Ruth's episodes were evidence of her being possessed by the devil. This suggests that Madam Lockton attributed Ruth's behavior to supernatural forces rather than considering any other possible explanations for her episodes. Therefore, the statement "Madam Lockton thought Ruth was possessed by the devil because of her episodes" is true.

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17.

Isabel was not given Christmas off.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The statement says that Isabel was not given Christmas off. However, the correct answer is False, which means that Isabel was actually given Christmas off.

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18.

What did Isabel bake for the Canvastown family?
- A.
  
  Maple Syrup Bread Pudding
- B.
  
  Rice Pudding
- C.
  
  Turkey
- D.
  
  Ham
Correct Answer
A. Maple Syrup Bread Pudding

Explanation
Isabel baked Maple Syrup Bread Pudding for the Canvastown family.

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19.

Madame Lockton gave Isabel a sleeping potion in a glass of sweet milk so that she could get Ruth out of the house.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
Madame Lockton gave Isabel a sleeping potion in a glass of sweet milk to make her fall asleep so that she could sneak Ruth out of the house without Isabel's interference. This action suggests that Madame Lockton wanted to remove Ruth from the house secretly, possibly to carry out some nefarious plan or to keep her hidden from someone.

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20.

Isabel struck (hit) Madam Lockton after Isabel was told Ruth was sold.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The statement is false because there is no mention of Isabel striking Madam Lockton in the given information. The information only states that Isabel was told Ruth was sold, but it does not provide any details about Isabel's actions or any physical altercation between Isabel and Madam Lockton.

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21.

What was your favorite part of the book?
22.

What was your least favorite part of the book?
23.

If you were in Isabel's shoes would have done anything differently? EXPLAIN.
24.

Why did Cruzon think Isabel would be a good spy?
25.

Isabel encounters a woman singing "Yankee Doodle," and realizes that the woman is a messenger. What is the message the woman is trying to give Isabel?
26.

Colonel Regan gives Isabel the code word "as astra" to use when entering the rebel camp. The word means "to the star' in Latin. Why is this an appropriate code word for the rebels?
27.

How did Miss Mary Finch's view of slavery differ from that of most slave owners in the 1700s?
28.

Why does Mr. Robert accuse Isabel of lying when she tells him that she read Miss Mary's will?
29.

Why aren't the girls allowed to take personal items with them when Mr. Robert collects them on the day of Miss Mary's funeral?
30.

Isabel has lived her entire life in bondage, but dreams of freedom. What does freedom look like in Isabel's mind?

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Chains By Laurie Halse Anderson Quiz

Where does the beginning of the story take place?

What does Madam change Isabel's name to?

What was Isabel's duty every morning?

Ruth gets sold to Nevis.

Isabel can read and write.

Madam Lockton admired Isabel and decided to take her as her personal servant.

After Isabel's punishment for running away she lay unconscious at Lady Semour's house for _________ days.

Who was Isabel's only friend?

What did Master Lockton hide in to escape New York when the Patriots were looking for Loyalists?

What did Isabel try to steal (but was actually given to her by Lady Seymour) when she was running away at the end of the book?

What did the I that was branded into Isabel's face stand for?

You could be "tarred and feathered" for drinking or serving tea.

Lady Seymour's house caught fire and burned down.

There was a secret code to gain entrance to the Patriot's encampment.

According to Isabel's mother, the best time to speak to ghosts was:

Madam Lockton thought Ruth was possessed by the devil because of her episodes.

Isabel was not given Christmas off.

What did Isabel bake for the Canvastown family?

Madame Lockton gave Isabel a sleeping potion in a glass of sweet milk so that she could get Ruth out of the house.

Isabel struck (hit) Madam Lockton after Isabel was told Ruth was sold.

What was your favorite part of the book?

What was your least favorite part of the book?

If you were in Isabel's shoes would have done anything differently? EXPLAIN.

Why did Cruzon think Isabel would be a good spy?

Isabel encounters a woman singing "Yankee Doodle," and realizes that the woman is a messenger. What is the message the woman is trying to give Isabel?

Colonel Regan gives Isabel the code word "as astra" to use when entering the rebel camp. The word means "to the star' in Latin. Why is this an appropriate code word for the rebels?

How did Miss Mary Finch's view of slavery differ from that of most slave owners in the 1700s?

Why does Mr. Robert accuse Isabel of lying when she tells him that she read Miss Mary's will?

Why aren't the girls allowed to take personal items with them when Mr. Robert collects them on the day of Miss Mary's funeral?

Isabel has lived her entire life in bondage, but dreams of freedom. What does freedom look like in Isabel's mind?