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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 7, Chapter 6 | Book 7, Chapter 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. There is trouble in Leadville with Oliver's claim. What has happened?
(a) He has worked the wrong claim
(b) He filed it incorrectly
(c) Another company has tried to jump his claim
(d) Frank has stolen it from him

2. Why does Lyman call himself a "man of stone"?
(a) He is mute.
(b) He is taking steroids
(c) His family name is Stone
(d) Because he is physically unable to move his head from side to side.

3. What does Susan encourage Oliver to do instead of moving their family to another country?
(a) Become a writer like her
(b) Continue trying to invent hydraulic cement
(c) Become a hotel manager
(d) Become a salesman for Sears

4. What does Susan ask of Oliver that he cannot give her?
(a) Stop riding horses
(b) Stop drinking
(c) Stop being an engineer
(d) Stop smoking

5. Who does Susan kiss in error upon her and Ollie's arrival in Leadville?
(a) Frank Sargeant
(b) Lizzie
(c) Mrs. Elliott
(d) Mr. King

Short Answer Questions

1. When they arrive at the cabin, where is Pricey?

2. As the irrigation project becomes less and less of a reality, Susan writes and illustrates more. What does Oliver do to relieve his frustration?

3. Who is charged with the care of Pricey after his injury?

4. Who makes an unexpected appearance in Grass Valley?

5. Oliver is offered a mining job in another country - which one?

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