Fever 1793 Ch. 16-20

Front

Why is it a mistake for Mattie to leave the shutters unlocked at night?

Back

Leaving the shutters unlocked allows two robbers to enter the coffeehouse after nightfall.

Front

What does Mattie do when the gravediggers are going to dump Grandfather's body in a large pit for burial?

Back

She yells, “STOP!” and demands they at least pray over the bodies being buried.

Front

What mood does the author create in the passage describing the garden?

Back

Depressing, gloomy, hopeless.

Front

What motivates Mattie to want to return home to the Coffeehouse?

Back

Mattie wants to find Mother because she is worried about how she is doing and wants to know if Mother knows where Mattie is.

Front

What does Mattie find at the end of Chapter 20?

Back

A lonely child.

Front

What is the significance of the garden looking dead in the story?

Back

It symbolizes loss and the impact of the fever on the community.

Front

How does Mattie's character develop throughout Chapters 16-20?

Back

Mattie shows resilience and determination despite her losses.

Front

What role does the Coffeehouse play in Mattie's life?

Back

It serves as a place of safety, community, and connection to her family.

Front

What does the act of yelling 'STOP!' signify about Mattie's character?

Back

It shows her bravery and her desire to honor the dead.

Front

How does the author use imagery to convey mood in the story?

Back

Imagery of decay and loss creates a somber and hopeless mood.