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    In Fever 1793, Mattie's moms name is Lucille Cook.

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Explore the historical impact of the 1793 yellow fever epidemic in Philadelphia through this engaging quiz. Assess your knowledge of its symptoms, origins, and personal stories from Laurie Halse Anderson's 'Fever 1793'. Perfect for students of history and epidemiology.

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  • 2. 

    What year did yellow fever strike Philadelphia?

    • 1773

    • 1837

    • 1793

    • 1993

    Correct Answer
    A. 1793
    Explanation
    In 1793, yellow fever struck Philadelphia. This disease caused a major epidemic in the city, resulting in thousands of deaths. The outbreak was devastating, causing panic and chaos among the population. The exact origin of the disease is still uncertain, but it is believed to have been transmitted by mosquitoes. The outbreak had a significant impact on the city's history and led to improvements in public health measures to prevent future epidemics.

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  • 3. 

    The author of Fever 1793 (Laurie Halse Anderson) is not a New York Times Bestselling Author. 

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement is False because Laurie Halse Anderson, the author of Fever 1793, is indeed a New York Times Bestselling Author.

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  • 4. 

    What is a symptom of yellow fever mentioned in my presentation?

    • Memory Loss

    • Jaundice

    • Foot Pain

    • Stomach Aches

    Correct Answer
    A. Jaundice
    Explanation
    Jaundice is a symptom of yellow fever mentioned in the presentation. Jaundice is characterized by the yellowing of the skin and eyes due to the buildup of bilirubin, a yellow pigment, in the body. It occurs as a result of liver damage caused by the yellow fever virus. Therefore, jaundice is a significant symptom to look out for when diagnosing yellow fever. Memory loss, foot pain, and stomach aches are not specifically associated with yellow fever.

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    From the dates August 1st 1793 and November 9th 1793 how many people died at Bush Hill Hospital?

    • 5,000

    • 10,000

    • 50,000

    • 15,000

    Correct Answer
    A. 5,000
    Explanation
    The given answer, 5,000, suggests that a total of 5,000 people died at Bush Hill Hospital between August 1st 1793 and November 9th 1793. This implies that there was a significant number of deaths during that time period, possibly due to a specific event or outbreak.

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    What is the authors purpose of Fever?

    • To persuade and inform

    • To entertain and inform

    • To entertain and persuade

    • To inform

    Correct Answer
    A. To entertain and inform
    Explanation
    The author's purpose of Fever is to both entertain and inform the readers. This means that the book aims to captivate the audience with an engaging and enjoyable story while also providing them with valuable information or knowledge. By combining entertainment and information, the author ensures that the readers not only enjoy the reading experience but also gain insights or learn something new from the book.

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    People say yellow fever originated near the _____ river. 

    Correct Answer
    Delaware
    Explanation
    Yellow fever is a viral disease transmitted by mosquitoes. It is believed to have originated near the Delaware River because historical records indicate that the first outbreak of yellow fever in the United States occurred in Philadelphia, which is located near the Delaware River. The river would have provided a suitable habitat for the mosquitoes that carry the virus, allowing the disease to spread to humans in the area.

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