Little Women

Little Women

by

Louisa May Alcott

Test your knowledge of Part 1, Chapter 18. Submit your answers to see your results and get feedback.
How does Jo's perception of Beth change as she takes care of her during her illness?
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Jo becomes resentful of Beth's dependence on her for care
Jo grows to admire and aspire to Beth's simple and pious nature
Jo feels burdened by the responsibility and wishes someone else would take over
Jo is indifferent to Beth's condition and focuses on the practical aspects of her care
What action does Jo take after the doctor advises that Mrs. March be informed about Beth's condition?
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She hesitates and seeks advice from Mr. Laurence
She writes a letter to Mrs. March explaining the situation in detail
She decides to wait and see if Beth's condition improves before sending a message
She immediately runs out to send a telegram to Mrs. March
What does Laurie do after informing Jo that he has already sent for her mother?
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He kisses her
He scolds her for not acting faster
He awkwardly shakes her hand
He wipes away her tears
What does the depiction of the scene surrounding Beth's "false death" reflect?
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The triumph of science over disease
The unpredictability of illness and recovery
The prevalence of death in daily life in 19th-century America
The miracle of divine intervention
What is the significance of the rose that Meg brings to Jo as dawn breaks?
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It symbolizes Beth's fading health and imminent death
It represents Beth's full recovery and renewed health
It signifies the March family's acceptance of Beth's departure from their lives
None of the above