Little Women

Little Women

by

Louisa May Alcott

Test your knowledge of Part 1, Chapter 19. Submit your answers to see your results and get feedback.
What challenges does Amy face while staying at Aunt March's house?
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She struggles with feelings of isolation and missing her family
She has a heavy workload and has very little free time
She is dealing with health issues similar to Beth's
She is trying to adapt to a new and unfamiliar environment
How does the narrative frame Amy's interest in Aunt March's gold and ebony beads?
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It suggests that Amy's choice in jewelry is driven by her vanity and desire for material wealth
It clearly indicates that Amy's choice in jewelry is a calculated decision to impress Esther and Aunt March
It leaves open the possibility that Amy's attraction to the beads stems from innate goodness instead of greed
It implies that Amy's choice in jewelry is influenced by her artistic eye and appreciation for beauty
What does Esther suggest to Amy as a means of finding comfort and what is Amy's response?
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Esther proposes that Amy should take up the practice of daily prayer, and Amy expresses interest in incorporating this into her routine
Esther suggests that Amy should focus more on her schoolwork and less on leisure activities, and Amy agrees to change her routine
Esther advises Amy to spend more time outdoors for fresh air and exercise, and Amy plans to start a new fitness regimen.
Esther recommends that Amy learn a new musical instrument for relaxation, and Amy is eager to begin lessons
What does the turquoise ring symbolize in the narrative?
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It represents the value of artistic talent
It is a metaphor for the journey towards intellectual enlightenment
It signifies a bond of deep affection and understanding
It symbolizes the heavenly reward of moral living
What does Aunt March's approval of Amy's newfound piety and behavior indicate about societal expectations of women in the Civil War period?
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It demonstrates that ideal womanhood was associated with traits such as virtue and piety
It shows that women were expected to be ambitious and seek careers outside the home
It indicates that women were encouraged to be independent and challenge traditional roles
It suggests that women were expected to prioritize wealth and social status above moral virtues
What prompts Amy to add a clause to her will about distributing her hair?
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Laurie's suggestion that she focus more on her physical appearance
Esther's advice to consider more material possessions in her will
Aunt March's insistence on including traditional and valuable items in her will
Learning about how selfless her sister Beth was in making her own will