Little Women

Little Women

by

Louisa May Alcott

Test your knowledge of Part 1, Chapter 12. Submit your answers to see your results and get feedback.
What does Laurie send to Meg at the beginning of the chapter?
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A translation of a German song
A new translation of Pilgrim's Progress
A translation of an obscure text about pacifism
A copy of Shakespeare's Sonnet 62
What do the March girls do with Laurie and his friends (the Vaughns)?
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They visit a Civil War encampment and dole out food and other supplies
They attend a lively dance in the center of town
They go to Laurie's house for an extravagant dinner
They go for a camp-style lunch under tents
What message is conveyed through Mr. Brooke's defense of American girls working?
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Mr. Brooke's statement reflects a progressive view on female independence
Mr. Brooke's defense is seen as unconventional and is dismissed by the group
Mr. Brooke's points deeply offend the March girls and make them feel belittled
Mr. Brooke's comment is seen as a mere courtesy to Meg
How might one describe Mr. Brooke's romantic interest in Meg in this chapter?
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As an inappropriate reflection of his possessive attitude
As feminist in some regards and patriarchal in others
As something encouraged by everyone else
None of the above
What happens when Ned tries to flirt with Meg?
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She indulges his affection by flirting back
She runs away to be with her sisters
She laughs at his efforts
She thanks him for interest but declines his affection