Lyddie Review Chapters 1-8

Front

What is the setting at the very beginning of 'Lyddie'?

Back

A mountain farm in Vermont.

Front

How would you describe Mrs. Bedlow's boarding house?

Back

Noisy and busy.

Front

What conflict arises at the end of chapter 1 of 'Lyddie'?

Back

Lyddie and Charlie are told they have to work to pay off the farm debts.

Front

Which of the following is NOT a way the Stevens family helps Lyddie and Charlie?

Back

Mr. Stevens gives them a horse and a pig.

Front

How does Lyddie's encounter with Ezekial, a runaway slave, impact her character development?

Back

Lyddie sees the parallel in her own quest for freedom and Ezekial's.

Front

What themes are explored in the early chapters of 'Lyddie'?

Back

Themes of hardship, family responsibility, and the quest for freedom.

Front

What motivates Lyddie to work in the factory?

Back

Her desire to pay off the family debts and achieve independence.

Front

How does Lyddie's relationship with her brother Charlie evolve throughout the story?

Back

Their relationship is strained by their responsibilities and differing views on work and freedom.

Front

What role does the setting play in shaping the characters' experiences in 'Lyddie'?

Back

The rural setting emphasizes the challenges of farm life and the characters' struggles for survival.

Front

What is the significance of Lyddie's name in the context of the story?

Back

Lyddie's name symbolizes her strength and determination to overcome obstacles.