Lydy's Confrontation and Illness

Lydy withdraws money to buy essentials for Rachel, facing financial strain. At work, she struggles with Bridget's inexperience but later sees improvement. Lydy deals with unwanted advances from Mr. Marsen and falls ill, receiving care from friends and Rachel, who stays by her side throughout her recovery.

What does Lydy compare taking money from the bank to?

• Winning a lottery

• Having a tooth pulled

• A walk in the park

• Losing a bet

What does Lydy buy for Rachel?

• A bicycle

• A pair of shoes and a shawl

• A set of paints

• A new hat

How much money does Lydy have left after her shopping?

• Less than a dollar

• Five dollars

• More than two weeks' wages

• Exactly ten dollars

Why is Bridget on the brink of tears?

• She broke a machine

• Her mother is sick

• She lost her job

• She failed an exam

What does Lydy give Bridget to help her?

• A new dress

• A day off

• Money for a doctor

• A book

What does Lydy do to cheer Rachel up?

• Gives her a toy

• Tells her a story

• Sings a song

• Reads verses and makes rhymes

How does Bridget show her gratitude to Lydy?

• By writing her a letter

• By giving her a gift

• By working harder and arriving early

• By baking her a cake

What is Mr. Marsen's behavior towards Lydy?

• He gives her a raise

• He offers her a promotion

• He makes unwanted advances

• He ignores her

How does Lydy escape Mr. Marsen's advances?

• She calls for help

• She faints

• She stomps on his foot

• She runs away

What happens to Lydy after her confrontation with Mr. Marsen?

• She gets a new job

• She falls ill with a fever

• She moves to a new town

• She goes on vacation