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What feeling do the main characters show when the woman in black approaches them?

• Fear

• Excitement

• Curiosity

• Indifference

Choose all the statements that foreshadow the characterization of Mrs. Dwyer.

• She wears a black dress

• She looks up and down the line of children

• She has beady black eyes

• The cold shiver that runs up Matties back in her presence

What role does Mattie play in Sarah's journey to the school?

• She is a source of strength and support

• She is a burden and a hindrance

• She is a leader and takes charge

• She is a follower and relies on Sarah

What action does the woman in black take when she stops in front of Mattie?

• She gives her a gift

• She asks her a question

• She moves her to a different spot in line

• She ignores her

How does the Sarah try to stay connected to Mattie?

• By talking loudly

• By holding hands tightly

• By running away together

• By singing a song

What is the reaction of the children when asked to smile?

• They refuse

• They all laugh

• It is unclear if anyone smiled

• They all smile widely

What does the woman in black dress do at bedtime?

• Tells a story

• Leaves the room immediately

• Points out the nightgowns and leads them in a prayer

• Turns on the lights

How do the children react to the bedtime prayers?

• They all recite the prayers loudly

• Many do not understand and remain silent

• They leave the room

• They start to cry

What does the Sarah do after the lights are turned out?

• Falls asleep immediately

• cries in her pillow

• Starts to sing

• Leaves the room

What would Sarah do if Mattie was not on the train with her?

• Hide in the seats and go home

• Explore the train and meet new people

• Stay on the platform and watch the trains

• Find a comfortable spot and fall asleep