Chains Character and Vocabulary Quiz

Who is the main protagonist introduced in the first seven chapters of "Chains" by Laurie Halse Anderson?

• Ruth

• Isabel

• Miss Mary Finch

• Becky Barry

What is the relationship between Isabel and Ruth in the novel?

• Friends

• Cousins

• Sisters

• Neighbors

Which character is known for being kind to Isabel and Ruth at the beginning of the novel?

• Robert Finch

• Mrs. Lockton

• Jenny

• Mr. Bellingham

What role does Curzon play in Isabel's life in the early chapters?

• He is her master.

• He is a fellow slave.

• He is a friend who offers help.

• He is her brother.

How does Isabel feel about being sold to the Locktons?

• Excited

• Indifferent

• Anxious

• Happy

What is the significance of Miss Mary Finch's will in the story?

• It grants Isabel and Ruth their freedom.

• It leaves them a large inheritance.

• It ensures they stay with the Finch family.

• It has no significance.

Match the word "commotion" with its correct meaning.

• A state of confused and noisy disturbance

• Intending to do harm

• Showing a rude and arrogant lack of respect

• A person or thing causing inconvenience or annoyance

What does the word "malicious" mean in the context of the novel?

• A state of confused and noisy disturbance

• Intending to do harm

• Showing a rude and arrogant lack of respect

• A person or thing causing inconvenience or annoyance

How might Isabel view Mrs. Lockton's actions in the novel?

• As helpful and supportive

• As malicious and harmful

• As indifferent and uncaring

• As a nuisance

What does the word "Providence" refer to in the context of the novel?

• A state of confused and noisy disturbance

• Intending to do harm

• The protective care of God or nature as a spiritual power

• A person or thing causing inconvenience or annoyance