PART TWO: CHAPTER FORTY - SIX - Under the Umbrella Practice Quiz — Little Women
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Practice Quiz: PART TWO: CHAPTER FORTY - SIX - Under the Umbrella
What are Laurie and Amy doing at the start of Chapter 46?
Taking "conjugal strolls over velvet carpets" as they set their wealthy house in order and plan their future together.
How does Jo try to explain her frequent encounters with Professor Bhaer?
She tells herself she always takes an evening walk and shouldn't give it up just because she happens to meet him on his way out.
What changes does Jo's family notice in her during the Professor's visits?
She sings about her work, does up her hair three times a day, and looks blooming from her evening exercise—but no one mentions it aloud.
Why is Jo especially afraid of Laurie finding out about her feelings for Bhaer?
She fears being laughed at for surrendering after her many vehement declarations of independence.
How long does Professor Bhaer stay away before Jo goes looking for him?
Three whole days, after a fortnight of daily visits.
What does Mrs. March tell Jo to bring if she happens to meet Mr. Bhaer?
"Bring him home to tea. I quite long to see the dear man."
What does Jo forget when she leaves the house on the rainy afternoon?
Her little umbrella, which her mother had suggested she take.
Where does Jo wander instead of going to the dry-goods stores?
Among the counting-houses, banks, and wholesale warerooms in the business district—near Hoffmann, Swartz, & Co., where Bhaer has connections.
How does Professor Bhaer first appear to Jo in the rain?
She notices a "somewhat dilapidated blue" umbrella remaining stationary above her unprotected bonnet, and looks up to see Mr. Bhaer looking down.
What errands does Jo botch while shopping with Bhaer?
She upsets a tray of needles, forgets the silesia should be twilled, gives wrong change, and asks for lavender ribbon at the calico counter.
What position has Bhaer been offered that will take him far away?
A teaching position at a college out West, where he can earn enough to support his nephews Franz and Emil.
What gifts does Bhaer buy for a "farewell feast" with the Marches?
Grapes, oranges, figs, nuts, a pot of rosy daisies, and a pretty jar of honey.
What question does Bhaer ask Jo that triggers the proposal?
"Heart's dearest, why do you cry?"
How does Jo respond when Bhaer asks why she is crying?
With an irrepressible sob: "Because you are going away."
What does Bhaer say he has to offer Jo?
"I haf nothing but much love to gif you."
What is Jo's answer to Bhaer's proposal?
"Oh, yes!" — and she folds both hands over his arm, showing she would happily walk through life with no better shelter than the old umbrella.
What item did Professor Bhaer carry in his waistcoat pocket that gave him courage to court Jo?
A worn piece of paper — one of Jo's published poems titled "In the Garret."
What does the poem "In the Garret" describe?
Four little chests in the attic, each belonging to a March sister, with contents that trace each sister's life journey.
What promise to his late sister Minna does Bhaer say he must keep before marrying?
His promise to help his nephews ("Junglings") Franz and Emil become established.
What does Jo insist upon regarding their future together?
That she will carry her share and help earn their home — marriage must be a partnership, not a surrender of her independence.
What German term of endearment does Bhaer ask Jo to use?
"Thou" (the intimate German "du"), which he says Germans use to keep themselves young with sentiment.
What new name does Jo delight in being called?
"Professorin" — the German word for a professor's wife.
Why didn't Bhaer confess his feelings when he said goodbye in New York?
He believed the "handsome friend" (Laurie) was betrothed to Jo.
How does the chapter end?
Jo leads her lover into the March home with a glad "Welcome home!" and shuts the door — turning from night, storm, and loneliness to household light, warmth, and peace.