Fever 1793 - Chapters 1-20

Who examines Mattie's mother when she is brought inside the house at first?

• Mr. Rowley

• Dr. Smith

• Mrs. Thompson

• Nurse Kelly

What is the point of view of Fever 1793?

• First Person

• Third Person

• Second Person

• Omniscient

What role does Eliza play in Mattie's life?

• Eliza is a friend and caregiver to Mattie.

• Eliza is Mattie's sister.

• Eliza is a teacher at Mattie's school.

• Eliza is a neighbor who occasionally helps Mattie.

Who is the main character in Fever 1793?

• Mattie Cook

• Eliza Hamilton

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

What was the main setting for Fever 1793?

• Philadelphia, 1793

• New York, 1793

• Boston, 1793

• Charleston, 1793

What is the significance of the setting in Fever 1793?

• It reflects the historical context of the yellow fever epidemic in Philadelphia.

• It serves as a backdrop for romantic relationships.

• It highlights the economic prosperity of the time.

• It emphasizes the cultural diversity of Philadelphia.

What is the relationship between Mattie and her mother?

• They have a close but sometimes strained relationship.

• They are completely estranged from each other.

• They have a very formal and distant relationship.

• They are best friends and share everything.

What does the yellow fever epidemic symbolize in the story?

• The resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.

• The fragility of life and the impact of disease on society.

• The inevitability of death and suffering.

• The strength of community bonds during crises.

How does Mattie's character develop throughout the story?

• She matures from a naive girl to a responsible young woman.

• She becomes more rebellious and defiant.

• She remains the same throughout the story.

• She loses her sense of responsibility and becomes careless.

What is the author's purpose in writing Fever 1793?

• To entertain readers with a fictional story about a young girl.

• To educate readers about the historical events of the yellow fever epidemic and its effects on individuals and society.

• To criticize the government’s response to the epidemic.

• To provide a romantic narrative set during the epidemic.