Who Was Milton Hershey Chapter 1

How were candy stores different in the early 1900s?

• Candy could be grabbed by the customer and put in a paper bag to purchase.

• Candy was sold in every drug store and grocery store.

• Candy was sold in a candy story inside of jars behind a counter.

• Candy was individually wrapped and affordable in America.

What did Milton Hershey put all of his energy into doing?

• Making more candy flavors for candy stores.

• Bringing chocolate to America.

• Traveling the world.

• Changing the way candy stores are set up.

When was Milton Hershey's birthday?

• January 13, 1857

• March 13, 1857

• December 13, 1857

• September 13, 1857

What was Henry Hershey (Milton's Father) like?

• He was a dreamer who was not very successful with his ideas.

• He was a successful businessman who had a steady job.

• He was a hardworking farmer all of his life.

• He was a successful inventor who was always coming up with the next big thing.

Who was Milton Hershey's mother?

• Serena Hershey

• Fanny Hershey

• Kitty Hershey

• Martha Hershey

Which is NOT a word to describe Milton Hershey's life growing up?

• Challenging

• Poor

• Inconsistent

• Rich

In 1863, the Battle of Gettysburg was taking place nearby. What did Milton do to keep his money safe?

• Deposited it at the bank.

• Hid it under the floorboards.

• Buried it in the garden.

• Kept it locked in a chest in the shed.

What happened to Milton's sister in 1867 before her fifth birthday?

• She became ill and died of Scarlet Fever.

• She started her third school during her kindergarten year.

• She was sent away to live with her aunt and uncle.

• She got her own horse to ride on the family farm.

What did Fanny Hershey do that was shocking due to her religion and the time period?

• She drove a convertible sports car around town playing loud music.

• She started her own business to help support the family.

• She wanted to divorce but couldn't so she left her husband.

• She helped on the farm and sold eggs to try to earn extra money for her family.

How old was Milton Hershey when he quit school?

• 17

• 15

• 14

• 12