"My Name is Mary Sutter" Quiz
A determined midwife pursues her dream of becoming a surgeon during the Civil War.
historical fiction | 364 pages | Published in 2010
Play the quiz
Test your knowledge about the book "My Name is Mary Sutter". We have come up with 10 quiz questions for the book. Hit play and start testing your knowledge. Each correctly answered question gives one point.
10 questions available
Essay questions
These essay questions are meant to be used as a starting point for your essay or research paper.
- How does Mary's ambition to become a surgeon conflict with the societal expectations of women in the 19th century?
- Discuss the role of the Civil War in shaping Mary's character and her pursuit of her medical career.
- How does Mary's relationship with her family influence her decisions and aspirations throughout the novel?
- Examine the significance of the setting, particularly the medical and societal challenges Mary faces in Civil War-era Washington, D.C.
- In what ways does Mary's mentor, Dr. Stipp, impact her journey and development as a surgeon?
- Discuss the theme of perseverance and determination as illustrated through Mary's experiences and challenges in the novel.
- How does the author use historical events and figures to enhance the storytelling and character development in the novel?
