Little Women Chapters 9-18

In Chapter 9, Amy mentions "Valrosa" as a place she dreams of visiting. What is this an allusion to, and what does it reveal about Amy's character?

• A fictional city in a novel, showing her love for fantasy

• A romanticized foreign location, reflecting her artistic and ambitious nature

• A historical event, indicating her interest in history

• A famous painting, highlighting her passion for art

Jo is often compared to Shakespeare in Chapter 10. What does this allusion suggest about her character and aspirations?

• Her love for poetry and music

• Her ambition to become a playwright

• Her literary ambition and creativity

• Her interest in acting and theater

In Chapter 12, what event foreshadows Amy’s eventual travels to Europe?

• Her interest in learning new languages

• Her fascination with fine art and foreign lands

• Her desire to meet new people

• Her love for European cuisine

How does Beth’s attachment to the Hummel family in Chapter 17 foreshadow a major event in the novel?

• Her decision to adopt a child

• Her contracting scarlet fever

• Her move to a new city

• Her becoming a nurse

In Chapter 13, Laurie playfully suggests he and Jo run away together. How does this foreshadow his feelings later in the novel?

• His desire to travel the world

• His eventual romantic proposal

• His plan to leave the country

• His wish to start a business

In Chapter 14, Mr. Brooke keeps one of Meg’s gloves. What textual evidence suggests he has feelings for her?

• He often talks about her

• He treasures the glove

• He writes her letters

• He buys her gifts

What evidence in Chapter 16 suggests that Meg is conflicted about her feelings for Mr. Brooke?

• She avoids him at social events

• She blushes and appears flustered

• She writes about him in her diary

• She talks to her friends about him

In Chapter 18, how does the description of Jo’s reaction to Laurie’s secret indicate her strong sense of loyalty?

• She becomes angry and distant

• She is indifferent and dismissive

• She is indignant and protective

• She is amused and supportive

What is the central theme of Chapter 9, "Meg Goes to Vanity Fair"?

• The importance of family

• The dangers of vanity and materialism

• The value of hard work

• The joy of friendship

What is the main idea of Chapter 15, "A Telegram"?

• The importance of wealth and status

• The importance of family and sacrifice

• The dangers of vanity and social status

• The excitement of adventure and travel