Character Actions and Locations in a Story

Violet and Myrtle arrive at the Henry Street settlement house, where they meet Theo Martin. They inquire about Violet's sister, Chloe, only to learn she is in Washington, D.C., working on women's suffrage. The conversation reveals differing views on women's rights. Violet and Myrtle decide to find Chloe, despite financial and logistical challenges.

What is the setting of the story at the beginning of Chapter 4?

• A bustling city street

• A busy marketplace

• A quiet countryside

• Henry Street Settlement House

What activity are the girls engaged in at the bottom of the steps?

• Drawing with chalk

• Skipping rope

• Playing jacks

• Playing hopscotch

How does Violet feel about entering the house without knocking?

• Excited

• Indifferent

• Hesitant

• Confident

What is the first room Violet and Myrtle enter in the house?

• A parlor

• A library

• A dining room

• A kitchen

What is notable about Theo Martin's appearance?

• He has a scar and missing fingers

• He has a large hat

• He has a long beard

• He wears a bright red coat

Where has Chloe gone according to Theo Martin?

• To Paris

• To California

• To Washington D.C.

• To London

What cause is Chloe involved in?

• Environmental protection

• Women's suffrage

• Education reform

• Animal rights

How does Violet react to Theo's views on women's suffrage?

• She is indifferent

• She is surprised

• She is amused

• She is angry

What does Theo Martin say about great advances in society?

• They are always easy to achieve

• They start as crazy ideas

• They are never controversial

• They are always accepted immediately

What do Violet and Myrtle decide to do after leaving the house?

• Visit a friend

• Go to the train station

• Go back home

• Stay in New York