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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Jethro view the impending war?
(a) He sees it as an adventure.
(b) He thinks it will boost the corn sales.
(c) He is frightened of losing one of his brothers.
(d) He finds it all very confusing.

2. What happens to Jethro's barn while Matt is ill?
(a) It is contaminated.
(b) It burns down.
(c) It is torn apart.
(d) It is flooded.

3. Who demands that the boys stop their talk of war?
(a) Ellen.
(b) Jethro.
(c) Shadrach.
(d) Matt.

4. Which side of the war does Jethro believe in?
(a) The South.
(b) Neither side.
(c) The Union.
(d) A little bit of both sides.

5. What is done about the frequent visitors to the farm while Matt is ill?
(a) Food is put out for them.
(b) The sheriff is called.
(c) Neighbors create a watch.
(d) Jethro stands on guard every night.

Short Answer Questions

1. Whose house is Jethro nervous of passing on his way to town?

2. What is the first big battle of the Civil War?

3. Where is the first battle of the war?

4. Why does John's family decide to stay with Ellen?

5. What is Shadrach's profession?

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