Matthew and Rachel Wood Timeline and Summary

Kit tells John Holbrook the story of Rachel and Matthew’s elopement.
Kit shows up unannounced in Connecticut and meets the Wood family for the first time.
Uncle Matthew scolds Kit for playing dress up with Judith, Mercy, and Aunt Rachel.
Uncle Matthew is embarrassed by Kit’s church attire and later is insulted by Dr. Bulkeley over dinner.
Aunt Rachel learns that Kit has visited Hannah Tupper – and warns against it.
Uncle Matthew learns that Kit has been visiting Hannah Tupper and forbids any further visits.
Political meetings begin at the Wood household.
William comes one night to tell Uncle Matthew that the charter is safe.
Uncle Matthew thanks Kit for her help in caring for Judith and Mercy.
He defends Kit from the angry mob.
Uncle Matthew defends Kit at her trial.