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What did Basil suggest Mary add to her garden?

  • A flower bed
  • A pond
  • A fence
  • A heap of stones (correct)

How did Mary feel about Basil's presence?

  • She was indifferent
  • She hated him (correct)
  • She found him amusing
  • She admired him

What did Basil do to annoy Mary while singing?

  • He kicked the dirt
  • He helped her plant seeds
  • He left her garden
  • He danced around her (correct)

What nickname did the other children call Mary?

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What did Basil say about Mary's future home?

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Why did Mary claim she was glad about going home?

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What was Basil's tone when he spoke to Mary about her uncle?

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How did the other children react to Basil's teasing?

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What did the child find when she entered the dining-room?

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How did the child react after drinking the wine?

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Why did the child not cry after her Ayah died?

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What did the child wonder about while lying in bed?

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How did the child feel about the silent house?

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What was the child’s initial reaction to the snake she saw?

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What seemed to overwhelm the people during the cholera outbreak?

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What does Mary think might happen in a house with a hundred rooms nearly all shut up?

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What did the child eat and drink after finding the dining-room empty?

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How far does the carriage need to drive across Missel Moor before reaching the Manor?

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What type of scenery does Mary see before reaching the moor?

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What happens to the scenery as they approach the moor?

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What sound does the rising wind make as they are on the moor?

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When Mary presses her face against the window, what does she see?

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What does Mary initially confuse the sound of the wind for?

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What does Mrs. Medlock reassure Mary about the sound they hear?

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What was the relationship between Mary and Martha?

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What was unusual about the household mentioned by Martha?

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How did Mary react to Martha's mention of her serving duties?

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What assumption did Mary have about the servants?

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What did Martha imply about her own background?

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What impression does Mary have of Martha at first?

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What does Martha’s laughter suggest about her character?

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What was Mary's reaction when she did not understand Martha's Yorkshire accent?

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What does Martha suggest Mary should do instead of staying indoors?

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Why did Mary decide to go outside?

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What did Martha mention about Dickon that intrigued Mary?

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What is the significance of the locked garden mentioned by Martha?

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How did Martha feel about Mary playing alone outside?

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What did Martha find for Mary before she went outside?

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What did the gardens lack during the time Mary planned to visit?

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How long had the locked garden been unused?

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What was Mary Lennox's initial attitude towards her surroundings each day?

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How did Mary start to change after spending time outdoors?

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What effect did the fresh air from the moor have on Mary?

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What was Mary's reaction to her breakfast after spending time outdoors?

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What did Martha suggest was the reason for Mary's increased appetite?

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What does Mary initially do with her porridge before her time outdoors?

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How is the moor described in relation to Mary's feelings towards it initially?

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What is indicated about the living situation of Martha's family?

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Flashcards

Drowsy

The feeling of drowsiness or sleepiness, often caused by tiredness or substances like medications.

Cholera

A contagious disease that causes severe diarrhea and dehydration, historically a major health threat.

Affectionate

Acting in a way that shows concern or care for others, especially in difficult situations.

Ayah

A person who takes care of a young child, often providing feeding, bathing, and emotional support.

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Panic-stricken

A state of being terrified or very afraid, often involving panic and fear.

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Harmless snake

A small, non-venomous snake, often brightly colored, frequently referred to as a harmless snake.

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Perfectly still

A state of complete quiet or lack of noise, often described as stillness or silence.

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Rustling

The act of making a soft, scraping sound, often caused by something moving on a rough surface.

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Salaams

The act of showing respect or deference, often by bowing the head or making a gesture with the hand.

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Protector of the poor

A person who protects others, especially the weak or vulnerable.

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Tease

To persistently annoy or provoke someone, often in a playful way.

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Commanded to do things, not asked

The practice of giving orders or commands without asking for consent or showing politeness.

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Rockery

A small, enclosed garden with rock arrangements; often featuring plants and flowers.

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Say please and thank you

The act of expressing gratitude or appreciation.

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Sent home

To send someone back to their original place of residence; often used when someone is returning to their home.

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Hate (in this context)

Feeling of strong dislike or aversion.

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Slapped her Ayah in the face

An angry and forceful slap.

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Contrary

A person who is unfriendly or hostile.

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Too common

A person who is not accustomed to a particular way of life or social class.

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Home

A place where someone lives and feels like they belong.

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Grandmama

A person who is the head of a family and takes care of their dependents.

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Yorkshire

A term used to describe someone who is from Yorkshire, a county in northern England.

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Uncle

A person who is related to you through your parent's sibling.

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What is a moor?

A type of open, treeless grassland, often found in hilly or mountainous areas, characterized by its wet, boggy soil and a variety of grasses, heather, and other low-growing plants.

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What kind of road is described?

A type of road that is not paved and often bumpy, usually found in rural areas.

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What is a wind?

A strong current of air that moves across the land, often accompanied by a rushing or whistling sound.

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What is an expanse?

The vast, open expanse of space surrounding a place, especially the sky.

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What are carriage lamps?

A light that is emitted from a source, such as a lamp, that casts a bright beam of illumination.

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What is a shop?

A location where goods are produced or sold, offering a variety of products for purchase.

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What is a cottage?

A small, simple dwelling with one or two rooms.

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What is a church?

A type of public building dedicated to religious worship, usually with a tower or steeple.

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What's Mary's reaction to going outside?

Mary's initial response to being told to go outside.

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What activity is Mary expected to engage in?

The activity that Mary is expected to do in the absence of other children.

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Where does Dickon play?

The location Dickon plays in, filled with nature and animals.

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How did Dickon befriend the animals?

The reason Dickon has befriended animals, due to his kindness and food offerings.

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Why did Dickon's story motivate Mary?

The effect Dickon's story has on Mary, motivating her decision to go out.

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How are Indian birds different?

The differences Mary anticipates between the birds in India and the ones she'll see.

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What's the significance of the locked garden?

The hidden garden, kept locked for a decade, symbolizing secrecy and loss.

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Why is the garden locked?

The reason the garden is locked, connected to a tragic event.

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Study Notes

Book Title and Author

  • The Secret Garden
  • Frances Hodgson Burnett

Publication Information

  • Published by Frederick A. Stokes Company
  • Copyright 1911 by Frances Hodgson Burnett
  • Copyright 1910, 1911 by The Phillips Publishing Co.

Book Content Summary (Partial)

  • Contains a table of contents listing chapter titles and page numbers for the book
  • The book includes illustrations throughout, likely depicting scenes from the story
  • The book details the story of Mary Lennox, a neglected child, who is sent to live with her uncle at Misselthwaite Manor. Numerous events and societal dynamics impact Mary's life and her discovery of a secret garden.

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