Fever 1793: Chapters 1 and 2

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What is yellow fever?

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Yellow fever is a viral disease transmitted by mosquitoes, characterized by fever, chills, loss of appetite, and muscle pain.

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How is yellow fever transmitted?

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Yellow fever is primarily transmitted through the bite of infected mosquitoes.

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Who is Matilda in 'Fever 1793'?

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Matilda is the main character in 'Fever 1793', a young girl navigating life during the yellow fever epidemic in Philadelphia.

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What role does Polly play in Matilda's life?

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Polly is a servant in Matilda's household and is a friend to Matilda.

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What does it mean to be a free Black woman in the context of 'Fever 1793'?

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A free Black woman is someone who is not enslaved and has the legal rights and freedoms of a citizen.

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What is the significance of Eliza's character?

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Eliza represents resilience and strength, as she is a free Black woman who supports Matilda during the crisis.

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What event leads to Matilda's father's death?

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Matilda's father died after falling off a ladder.

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Why is Polly late for work?

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Polly is late for work because she died suddenly overnight.

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What does the yellow fever epidemic symbolize in the story?

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The yellow fever epidemic symbolizes the unpredictability of life and the challenges faced by the characters.

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How does Matilda's life change due to the fever?

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Matilda's life changes drastically as she faces loss, fear, and the struggle for survival during the epidemic.