1.
What does Milton decide to do with his life at the end of this chapter? (p57) Write a short paragraph about how he made his decision.
2.
Sarena comes down with Scarlet Fever, what is NOT one of the symptoms of this illness?
Correct Answer
D. Yellowing of the eyes
Explanation
Scarlet Fever is a bacterial infection caused by group A Streptococcus bacteria. It is characterized by symptoms such as high fever, a red rash all over the body, and coughing and vomiting. However, yellowing of the eyes, also known as jaundice, is not a symptom commonly associated with Scarlet Fever. Jaundice typically occurs as a result of liver dysfunction or other underlying medical conditions, and it is not directly related to Scarlet Fever.
3.
Fanny blamed her husband Henry for Sarena's getting Scarlet Fever because they lived
Correct Answer
C. In a drafty home that never was warm
Explanation
Fanny blamed her husband Henry for Sarena's getting Scarlet Fever because they lived in a drafty home that never was warm. This suggests that Fanny believes the cold and lack of warmth in their home contributed to Sarena contracting Scarlet Fever.
4.
Milton liked going to school because the other boys were so funny and the teacher was interesting.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
Milton did not like going to school because the other boys were funny and the teacher was interesting.
5.
After two weeks, it looked like Sarena was getting better because her rash went away. Often, the victims look ___________ before they get worse and die.
Correct Answer
healthy
better
well
Explanation
If you wrote something that means healthy, better or well, come show the teacher so I can adjust your grade.
6.
Sarena brought sunshine and laughter to their home. If she died, Milton thought they couldn't be a _________________. It would be very hard for the three of them to be happy together.
Correct Answer
family
Explanation
The passage suggests that Sarena brings happiness and joy to their home, implying that she plays a significant role in creating a sense of family and togetherness. Therefore, if she were to die, Milton believes that their ability to be a family would be greatly affected and it would be difficult for them to find happiness together.
7.
Henry blames his lack of education for not being able to be a writer. Milton wants to be a writer, so he goes to school even when Sarena is dying.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
The given answer is False. The explanation for this is that Henry blames his lack of education for not being able to be a writer, while Milton, on the other hand, goes to school even when Sarena is dying. This implies that Milton prioritizes his education over personal matters, which contradicts Henry's belief that lack of education is the reason for not being a writer. Therefore, the answer is False.
8.
Milton struggled to read and learn in school. He had trouble with everything but
Correct Answer
C. Telling doctor stories to Sarena
Explanation
Milton struggled with various subjects in school except for telling doctor stories to Sarena. This implies that he had a natural talent or ease in storytelling, particularly when it involved medical or doctor-related narratives. Despite his difficulties in reading, writing, and arithmetic, Milton found solace and perhaps even excelled in sharing these imaginative tales with Sarena.
9.
What happened on March 31, 1867?
Correct Answer
Sarena died.
His sister died.
Milton's sister died.
Sarena died of Scarlet Fever
Sarena died
Sarena dies
Explanation
If you wrote that Sarena died in another way, come show the teacher so I can adjust your grade.
10.
Fanny accused Henry of Sarena's death and didn't speak to him. Her sister Mattie said Fanny needs to take care of Milton so he learns to be a proper man. She said he won't learn that from his
Correct Answer
A. Father
Explanation
Fanny accused Henry of Sarena's death and didn't speak to him. Her sister Mattie suggests that Fanny needs to take care of Milton so he learns to be a proper man. Mattie implies that Milton won't learn how to be a proper man from his father, suggesting that his father might not be a good role model or may have contributed to Sarena's death in some way. Therefore, the correct answer is father.
11.
After Sarena's death, Milton's father faced another disaster. That was when
Correct Answer
D. The dam broke and all the trout swam into the field and died.
Explanation
After Sarena's death, Milton's father faced another disaster when the dam broke and all the trout swam into the field and died.