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1. What type of business does Mattie, her mother, and Eliza work in?

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Mattie, her mother, and Eliza work in a coffeehouse. This is evident from the given options where coffeehouse is mentioned as one of the choices. Therefore, the correct answer is coffeehouse.

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Have you ever read the book “Fever 1793? ” It is about an epidemic called yellow fever infecting people in Philadelphia in the late 18th century. The author,... see moreLaurie Halse Anderson, brilliantly captures when the disease starts to affect its victims. You should know the main character in the novel: Mattie, where does Mattie live, and what month did the fever start. You should take this powerful quiz and get to know more about “Fever 1793. ” see less

2. In what city does Mattie live in?

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Mattie lives in Philadelphia because it is stated in the answer options.

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3. Who is the main character in this novel?

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The main character in this novel is Mattie Cook.

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4. In the book "Fever 1793" by Laurie Halse Anderson, what historical event serves as the backdrop for the story?

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"Fever 1793" is set against the backdrop of the Philadelphia Yellow Fever Epidemic of 1793. This historical event is a central theme in the novel, and the story revolves around the challenges and hardships faced by the characters during this epidemic.

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5. What is this story mainly about?

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This story is mainly about the spread of the Yellow Fever. The other options mentioned, such as the Black Plague, people dying, and a fifteen-year-old girl, are not the main focus of the story. The correct answer suggests that the primary topic of the story is the spread of the Yellow Fever.

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6. At the end of the story, Mattie is very lazy.

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The statement "At the end of the story, Mattie is very lazy" is false. This means that Mattie is not lazy at the end of the story.

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7. Who was the first person who died of the Yellow fever in the story?

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In the story, the first person who died of the Yellow fever is Polly.

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8. Does Mattie's house gets robbed?

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The given answer is true because the question asks if Mattie's house gets robbed, implying that it actually happens.

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9. Mattie's grandfather was a captain.

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The given statement suggests that Mattie's grandfather was a captain. Since there is no contradictory information or context provided, we can assume that the statement is true.

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10. Mattie takes care of Nell after her mother dies.

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Mattie taking care of Nell after her mother dies is a true statement. This suggests that Mattie assumes the responsibility of caring for Nell in the absence of her mother. This could imply that Mattie is a close family member or a trusted individual who steps in to provide support and care during a difficult time.

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11. Nathaniel has a crush on Mattie.

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The statement indicates that Nathaniel has romantic feelings for Mattie. Therefore, the correct answer is True.

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12. William and Robert show signs of the Yellow Fever.

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The statement suggests that both William and Robert exhibit symptoms of Yellow Fever. Therefore, the correct answer is "True" as it aligns with the information provided.

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13. Which fits the character the best?
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14. Mattie's mother dies at the end of the story.

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The given statement is "Mattie's mother dies at the end of the story." The correct answer is False. This means that Mattie's mother does not die at the end of the story.

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15. What caused the fever?

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Mosquitoes can cause fever because they are carriers of various diseases such as malaria, dengue, and Zika virus. When a mosquito bites a person, it injects its saliva into the bloodstream, which can contain these pathogens. The body's immune system reacts to these foreign substances, leading to symptoms like fever, body aches, and fatigue. Therefore, the presence of mosquitoes increases the risk of contracting mosquito-borne illnesses, resulting in fever.

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16. What famous person lived only two blocks away from Mattie's Coffeehouse?

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George Washington is the correct answer because he is a famous person who lived only two blocks away from Mattie's Coffeehouse. This suggests that George Washington was a neighbor of the coffeehouse and likely frequented the establishment.

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17. Joseph is Eliza's brother.

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The given statement states that Joseph is Eliza's brother. Since this is a statement of fact, it can be assumed to be true unless proven otherwise. Therefore, the correct answer is True.

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18. Mattie does not have any pets.

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The statement says that Mattie does not have any pets. Since the statement is "Mattie does not have any pets," the correct answer would be "True." However, the given answer is "False," which contradicts the statement. Therefore, the given answer is incorrect.

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19. What month did the fever start?

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The correct answer is August. This can be inferred from the question which asks about the month the fever started. The other options (September, June, and July) are not mentioned in the question and therefore cannot be considered as potential answers.

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20. Mattie was always a very hard-working teenager.

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The statement mentions that Mattie was always a very hard-working teenager. However, the correct answer is False, indicating that the statement is not true. Therefore, it can be inferred that Mattie was not a very hard-working teenager.

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What type of business does Mattie, her mother, and Eliza work in?
In what city does Mattie live in?
Who is the main character in this novel?
In the book "Fever 1793" by Laurie Halse Anderson, what...
What is this story mainly about?
At the end of the story, Mattie is very lazy.
Who was the first person who died of the Yellow fever in the story?
Does Mattie's house gets robbed?
Mattie's grandfather was a captain.
Mattie takes care of Nell after her mother dies.
Nathaniel has a crush on Mattie.
William and Robert show signs of the Yellow Fever.
Which fits the character the best?
Mattie's mother dies at the end of the story.
What caused the fever?
What famous person lived only two blocks away from Mattie's...
Joseph is Eliza's brother.
Mattie does not have any pets.
What month did the fever start?
Mattie was always a very hard-working teenager.
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