The Sweetness of Water - Chapters 1–5 Quiz

Where do Prentiss and Landry plan to go for food in Chapter 3?

Question Answer Choices Union army camps The town market George's house Mr. Morton's property

Why did Landry receive monthly beatings from Mr. Morton?

Question Answer Choices Because he broke a tool Because he spoke out of turn Because he scratched his arm when Mr. Morton asked for a volunteer Because he tried to escape

Who does George Walker meet on his property in Chapter 1?

Question Answer Choices Ezra and Benjamin Prentiss and Landry Mr. Morton and Little James August and Caleb

What does George give Landry when he finds him at the makeshift camp in Chapter 5?

Question Answer Choices A coat A blanket A pair of socks A loaf of bread

What does Landry do when he reaches the pond in Chapter 3?

Question Answer Choices He catches a fish He dips his hand into the cool water He drinks the water He washes his face

What does George ask Prentiss and Landry about cultivating in Chapter 5?

Question Answer Choices Peanuts Tobacco Corn Cotton

What does Prentiss trade for potatoes at the camp in Chapter 3?

Question Answer Choices A knife A pair of socks A water canteen A blanket

What does Isabelle notice about George's behavior in Chapter 2?

Question Answer Choices He is tired and irritable He is distracted and quiet He is angry and restless He is cheerful and talkative

Why does George visit Ezra in Chapter 4?

Question Answer Choices To ask for medical advice To discuss his family's finances To deliver a message from his wife To inquire about buying more land

What news does George Walker share with his wife Isabelle in Chapter 2?

Question Answer Choices The news of his own illness The news of Prentiss and Landry's arrival The news of Caleb's death The news of their financial troubles