Ch 1-6
In Chapter 1, what do the March sisters decide to do with their small amounts of Christmas money?
Buy gifts for their mother
In Chapter 7, why is Amy punished at school?
For bringing forbidden pickled limes
In Chapter 13, each sister describes a “castle in the air.” What is Beth’s humble wish?
To have everyone safe and happy at home
In Chapter 19, why does Amy create a personal “chapel” at Aunt March’s house?
She is inspired by the maid’s peaceful prayers
Which sister most frequently expresses frustration over the family’s lack of wealth in early chapters?
Amy
In Chapter 2, which nearby family do the March sisters help on Christmas morning?
The Hummel family
In Chapter 8, what does Jo do with her anger after Amy burns her manuscript?
She refuses to warn Amy about the thin ice while skating
In Chapter 14, which item reveals Mr. Brooke’s possible affection for Meg?
A lost glove of Meg’s in his possession
In Chapter 20, what does Jo reveal to Marmee about Mr. Brooke?
He may have Meg’s glove and romantic feelings for her
In their earliest encounters, how does Laurie respond to Jo’s tomboyish behavior?
He finds it refreshing and fun
In Chapter 3, why does Jo initially hide behind the curtain at the Gardiners’ party?
She feels uncomfortable among strangers
In Chapter 9, what event makes Meg realize the pitfalls of trying to fit into high society?
She overhears gossip about her family’s poverty
In Chapter 15, which urgent event prompts Jo to sell her long hair?
A telegram announcing Mr. March’s severe illness
In Chapter 21, why does Laurie forge a letter that appears to be from Mr. Brooke?
He is mischievously testing Meg’s feelings for Mr. Brooke
How does Mr. March’s return at Christmas (Chapter 22) transform the household atmosphere?
It completes the family circle with new hope and unity
In Chapter 5, why does Jo visit Laurie in the mansion?
To deliver a special dessert and cheer him up
In Chapter 11, why does the March girls’ “experiment” of avoiding household work fail?
The canary dies, and the home becomes disorderly
In Chapter 17, why is Amy sent away to Aunt March’s house?
To avoid catching scarlet fever from Beth
In Chapter 22, which event brings the entire March family an unexpected holiday gift?
Mr. March arrives home fully recovered
After Meg’s wedding is announced, how does Jo feel about it in Chapters 23–24?
Torn between pride in Meg and fear of losing her sister
In Chapter 6, what gift does Beth make to thank Mr. Laurence for allowing her to play his piano?
A hand-sewn pair of slippers
In Chapter 12, how do the guests settle the dispute during Laurie’s picnic game of croquet?
Jo patiently points out who cheated, resolving the issue
In Chapter 18, how does Laurie reassure Jo about getting word to Marmee regarding Beth’s condition?
He already contacted her the day before
In Chapter 23, how does Meg’s conversation with Aunt March influence Meg’s final decision about Mr. Brooke?
Aunt March's threat to disinherit her backfires and Meg realizes she truly cares for him when she defends him.
Which best summarizes Marmee’s guiding principle for her daughters during these middle chapters?
Hard work and love for others build strong character