Final Test - The Witch of Blackbird Pond Final Test

Which is the setting of the story?

• Salem, Massachusetts, 1692
• Wethersfield, Connecticut Colony, 1687
• Chicago, Illinois, 1776
• Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Colony, 1701

What do these words mean? “There was some spark in that small frame that refused to be quenched.”

• A spirit of rebellion and liveliness can be seen in Prudence.
• Kit’s spirit is going to be deflated by living in the community.
• Prudence will never be able to stand up for herself.
• Kit will learn to control her impulsive personality.

What did Nat warn Kit about when he left?

• being rude to Matthew
• being accused of witchcraft
• being rude to Judith
• being accused of laziness

Which character is known for her sweet nature?

• Judith
• Rachel
• Kit
• Mercy

What is the conflict of the novel?

• A girl came to America to find a new life.
• Judith needs to learn how to be nice to Kit.
• Kit must learn how to keep her independent spirit without acting impulsively.
• Mercy needs a good friend like Kit because she is sad and spends a lot of time alone.

“Just as soon as she’s built up the fire and made gruel and tidied the whole cabin. With more than a day’s work waiting here at home.” Which figurative language device is being used here?

• metaphor
• simile
• personification
• onomatopoeia

Which of these BEST describes the Puritan community?

• very religious and friendly
• very educated and concerned about the poor
• very religious, strict, and self-sacrificing
• very educated, welcoming, and progressive

Which is the point of view of the story?

• 1st person
• 3rd person objective
• 3rd person limited
• 3rd person omniscient

How does Matthew feel about the Connecticut charter of 1662?

• He thinks it is outdated and needs to be revised.
• He doesn’t understand it, and he is tired of talking about it.
• He is willing to fight to preserve the rights found within it.
• He is against it and wants it to be demolished.

Why did the Old Testament verses suddenly come alive for Kit?

• She has never had any exposure to the Bible.
• The Bible stories were revealed during a play in town.
• Reverend Bulkeley talked about an interesting story.
• John Holbrook read the Bible with a melodious voice.