Fever 1793 Book Quiz: Test!

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

    • A market
    • Coffeehouse
    • Blacksmith
    • General store
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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, Laurie 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. ”

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  • 2. 

    In what city does Mattie live in?

    • New York

    • Washington DC

    • Philadelphia

    • Detroit

    Correct Answer
    A. Philadelphia
    Explanation
    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?

    • Nathaniel Benson

    • Eliza

    • Mattie Cook

    • King George

    Correct Answer
    A. Mattie Cook
    Explanation
    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?

    • The American Civil War 

    • The Boston Tea Party 

    • The Philadelphia Yellow Fever Epidemic of 1793 

    • The California Gold Rush

    Correct Answer
    A. The Philadelphia Yellow Fever Epidemic of 1793 
    Explanation
    "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?

    • The Black Plague

    • The spread of the Yellow Fever

    • People dying

    • A fifteen year old girl

    Correct Answer
    A. The spread of the Yellow Fever
    Explanation
    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.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    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?

    • Grandpa

    • Nell's Mother

    • Polly

    • A seller at the market

    Correct Answer
    A. Polly
    Explanation
    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?

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    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.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    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.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    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.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    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.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    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. 

    Mattie's mother dies at the end of the story.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    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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  • 14. 

    What caused the fever?

    • Hot weather

    • Flies

    • Mosquitoes

    • Bacteria

    Correct Answer
    A. Mosquitoes
    Explanation
    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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  • 15. 

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

    • Benjamin Franklin

    • John Adams

    • George Washington

    Correct Answer
    A. George Washington
    Explanation
    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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  • 16. 

    Joseph is Eliza's brother.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    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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  • 17. 

    Mattie does not have any pets.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    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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  • 18. 

    What month did the fever start?

    • August

    • September

    • June

    • July

    Correct Answer
    A. August
    Explanation
    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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  • 19. 

    Mattie was always a very hard-working teenager.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    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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