The Richer the Poorer

Which action from “The Richer, the Poorer” shows Lottie’s desire to save money? (PLOT)

• She wishes she could work for free in her old age.

• She wants to buy the best clothes for school.

• She closes off the extra rooms in her home.

• She wants to prove what she can do.

In "The Richer, The Poorer," Lottie chooses to work instead of going to college because she -

• Dislikes sharing anything with Bess

• Wants to make money immediately

• Knows the large cost of college

• Expects to get married

Which detail from “The Richer, the Poorer” explains why Lottie, as a child, became so concerned with making and saving money?

• Lottie couldn't wait to grow up and buy herself the best of everything.

• Over the years Lottie had urged Bess to prepare for her old age.

• Lottie had hated being a child, hearing her parents skimping and scraping.

• As soon as anyone would hire her, Lottie put herself to work.

Which character in 'The Richer, the Poorer' is more focused on financial security?

• Lottie

• Bess

• Their parents

• Their neighbor

What is the main theme of 'The Richer, the Poorer'?

• The importance of family

• The value of money

• The pursuit of happiness

• The contrast between wealth and poverty

In 'The Richer, the Poorer', what does Bess value more than money?

• Friendship

• Experiences

• Education

• Career

How does Lottie's attitude towards money affect her relationships in 'The Richer, the Poorer'?

• It strengthens them

• It weakens them

• It has no effect

• It improves them

What literary device is primarily used in the title 'The Richer, the Poorer'?

• Metaphor

• Irony

• Simile

• Alliteration

Which event in 'The Richer, the Poorer' signifies a turning point for Lottie?

• Losing her job

• Bess moving in with her

• Winning a lottery

• Buying a new house

What does Lottie learn from Bess in 'The Richer, the Poorer'?

• The importance of saving

• The joy of living in the moment

• The value of hard work

• The necessity of planning