Fever 1793 - Ch. 22

What was the general health situation described in the letter from Dr. Benjamin Rush?

• Everyone was healthy and recovering.

• Only doctors were falling ill.

• Many people were sick with yellow eyes, and doctors were dying.

• The fever had completely subsided.

Why did Eliza decide to take the Mattie and Nell to her brother's house?

• To find Nell's mother.

• To help Joseph with his barrel-making business.

• To escape the widespread fever and find a safe place.

• To gather more supplies from the city.

What was Joseph's occupation, as mentioned in the story?

• A doctor

• A farmer

• A cooper

• A coffeehouse owner

Who were the two "plump-cheeked twins" introduced by Eliza?

• Nell and Mattie

• Joseph and Eliza

• Robert and William

• Two friends from the coffeehouse

Which is better, the video audio or Ms. Zepeda reading?

• Video Audio

• Ms. Zepeda

What was Eliza's initial reaction when the Mattie poured half of her soup back?

• She was angry.

• She was confused.

• She agreed with the Matilda.

• She ignored the Matilda.

What did Eliza demand from Matilda?

• To tell her everything that happened.

• To help her with chores.

• To explain why she was late.

• To apologize for her actions.

What did Matilda tell the Eliza about Grandfather's death?

• That she should have tried harder to save him.

• That it was his time and she couldn't have saved him.

• That she should not mourn him for too long.

• That she was responsible for his death.

According to Reverend Allen, what was the significance of black people getting yellow fever?

• It was a sign of divine punishment.

• It was an opportunity to prove their worth and usefulness.

• It showed their immunity to the disease.

• It meant they were more susceptible to illness.