Meg's Journey and Choices

Meg spends her days working hard, dreaming of seeing the princess again. Her life changes when King Philip outlaws soup, leading to her uncle losing his possessions, including Meg. She is taken to the castle, where she transitions from being a slave to a paid servant. Despite her hardships, Meg dreams of becoming a princess, finding hope in her new circumstances.

What was Meg's daily routine before the events of the chapter?

• Traveling the kingdom

• Studying at a school

• Scrubbing kettles and tending sheep

• Attending royal balls

What was Meg's hope lodged deep in her heart?

• To travel the world

• To become a famous artist

• To see the princess again

• To own a large farm

What unexpected law did King Philip enact?

• A ban on music

• A ban on soup

• A ban on books

• A ban on travel

What did the soldier come to collect from Meg's home?

• Clothes and shoes

• Kettles, spoons, and bowls

• Jewelry and gold

• Books and scrolls

How did Uncle react to the new law?

• He was relieved

• He was disbelieving

• He was indifferent

• He was excited

What did Meg's uncle do when the soldier asked for their belongings?

• He grabbed his beard

• He laughed

• He cried

• He ran away

What did the soldier suggest they eat instead of soup?

• Meat

• Fruit

• Cake

• Bread

What did Meg's uncle do when he heard the new law?

• He laughed

• He shouted

• He cried

• He ignored it

What did Meg's uncle think the king would want next?

• His house

• His sheep and girl

• His land

• His money

What did Meg's uncle do when the soldier asked for their belongings?

• He laughed

• He cried

• He grabbed his beard

• He ran away