Fever chapters 1-5

Where does Matilda live?

• Philadelphia
• Boston
• New York
• Pittsburgh

What business does Matilda's family own?

• Small printing shop
• restaurant
• coffee house
• dry goods store

Who is Silas?

• A businessman friend of Matilda’s grandfather
• A cat that lives with Matilda
• A free black man who helps with running the family business
• A character in Matilda’s favorite book

What historical event sparked an increase in Matilda’s family business?

• A huge battle took place during the War of Independence right outside the business, making it a historical                  landmark.
• George Washington built his home a few blocks away.
• Someone was murdered just outside the front door, bringing lots of press, gossip, and       business.
• All the businesses near the water had to close due to the fever, making people come further into the city

What happened to Matilda's dad?

• He was killed by the fever.
• He moved to another city to try and open his business in another location.
• He died when he fell off a ladder and broke his neck.
• He went bankrupt and was put in a prison for people who owed debt.

Who is King George?

• A parrot won in a card game
• The new king of Great Britain who wants to gain control in America
• An old friend of Matilda's grandfather
• A horse that Matilda's grandfather loses while gambling

What is Eliza's living situation like?

• Her husband was able to buy her out of slavery, making her a free black. She is still treated differently than             white people, but is free.
• She is a slave owned by Matilda’s family. She is trying to buy her way out of slavery.
• She is a slave owned by Matilda’s family. She is trying to buy her way out of slavery.

Why is Matilda's mother thinking of sending her to live with a family friend in the country?

• Her mother is afraid that Matilda will catch the fever and die if she stays in the city.
• Her mother is worried Matilda will try to run off with Nathaniel Benson.
• Her mother is tired of Matilda's attitude and laziness and wants to punish her.
•  Her mother cannot support her any longer due to the rising cost of owning a business.

Aside from telling the time, why do the church bells ring?

• To signify the start of another church service.
• To signify someone has just given birth.
• To signify someone has just been married.
• To signify another person has died.

How does Matilda's mother feel about the boy Matilda has a crush on?

• She likes him and thinks it is a good match.
• She thinks he is going nowhere in life and is therefore not a suitable match.
• She fears he is too old for her daughter and will die much sooner than Matilda.
• She thinks he is too easily angered and may end up hurting her daughter.