The Great Fire By Jim Murphy! Novel Quiz

The correct answer is "At the barn of Patrick and Catherine O'Leary." This refers to the Great Chicago Fire of 1871, which is believed to have started in the O'Leary's barn. The fire quickly spread and devastated the city, causing widespread destruction and loss of life.

The correct answer is "It began to rain." This suggests that the miracle that ended the fire was the rain starting. Rain can help extinguish fires by wetting the fuel source and reducing the intensity of the flames. Therefore, when it started to rain, it would have helped to put out the fire and bring it to an end.

The weakness of "fireproof" buildings was the presence of tar-saturated wood on the roofs. Tar-saturated wood is highly flammable and can easily catch fire, which negates the fireproofing measures taken in other parts of the building. This weakness could lead to the rapid spread of fire and the potential collapse of the entire structure.

During the "great conflagration," which refers to a large and destructive fire, some groups were blamed for its spread. These groups include firefighters, poor individuals, and immigrants. It is likely that firefighters were blamed because they were unable to contain or extinguish the fire effectively. The poor and immigrants might have been blamed due to prejudices or stereotypes, suggesting that their living conditions or behavior contributed to the fire's spread.

Daniel "Peg Leg" Sullivan is believed to be the first person to discover the fire. Although the question does not provide any additional information, historical records indicate that Sullivan was a watchman for the Chicago Fire Department in 1871. It is commonly believed that he was the first to notice the fire and sounded the alarm, which eventually led to the Great Chicago Fire.

The correct answer is nearly 100,000. This suggests that a significant number of people in Chicago were left homeless, but not as many as the options of over 500,000 or 1,000,000. It is likely that a specific event or disaster caused this displacement, but without further context, it is difficult to determine the exact cause.

Claire Innes was a twelve-year-old who was separated from her family during the fire. She later found her father at the remains of their home.

All of the mentioned factors contributed to the early spread of the fire. Mathias Schaffer's belief that the new fire was connected to the previous one may have caused a delay in alerting the authorities and taking necessary actions. Bruno Goll's refusal to provide the key to the alarm box could have further delayed the activation of the alarm system. The exhaustion of the firefighters from battling the previous night's fire may have affected their response time and effectiveness in controlling the new fire. Additionally, the wrong fire box signal being sent could have caused confusion and delayed the arrival of additional firefighting resources.

The correct answer states that the debris from the fire was dumped into Lake Michigan. This means that instead of being properly disposed of or recycled, the debris was irresponsibly discarded into the lake. This action can have negative consequences for the environment, as it can pollute the water and harm aquatic life.

After the fire, some people were able to make money by selling souvenirs from the fire. This suggests that there was a demand for mementos related to the event, possibly as a way for people to remember or commemorate the incident. Selling souvenirs allowed these individuals to capitalize on this demand and earn money in the process.

Officials estimated that 300 people died in the fire.

In July 1874, the city of Chicago outlawed decorative wood on buildings. This means that it became illegal to use decorative wood as an architectural feature on buildings in the city. The reason behind this decision could be related to safety concerns, as decorative wood may have been considered a fire hazard. Additionally, it could have been a measure to modernize the city's architecture and promote more durable and fire-resistant building materials.

James Hildreth used explosives to create a firebreak.

After the fire in Chicago, the city had to be rebuilt, leading to the emergence of the Chicago School of architecture. This architectural movement emphasized the use of steel-frame construction, allowing for taller and more innovative buildings. The Chicago School is known for its influential role in the development of modern architecture, with its focus on functionalism, simplicity, and the integration of new materials and technologies.

On the same day, another devastating fire began in Peshtigo, Wisconsin.

The correct answer, "All gone but wife, children, and energy," is the most appropriate choice because it reflects the aftermath of the fire and the resilience of William Kerfoot. Despite losing everything in the fire, he still has his family and the determination to rebuild. The other options either focus on the fire itself (Water here--smokey, but good) or on the business opportunities after the fire (Fire relics for sale, Chicago lives on, Buy your house here).