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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following is not a reason why strip mining is so popular?
(a) It creates no psychological fear
(b) It doesn't take as long
(c) It is safer than working underground
(d) It takes fewer men

2. Miriam's father and uncle are both gifted amateur __________________.
(a) singers
(b) entomologists
(c) golfers
(d) tennis players

3. How many children does Miriam have?
(a) 3
(b) 7
(c) 2
(d) 6

4. What is Conrad Richter's first novel?
(a) Seaside Serenade
(b) The Sea of Grass
(c) Seasons of Love
(d) The Sea Has No Secrets

5. How many hours does Miriam sleep each night?
(a) 8
(b) 10
(c) 4
(d) 6

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the dominant subject of Plowden's work?

2. What allows man to think he is master of the universe?

3. What is Conrad Richter's relationship to David McCullough?

4. What religious affiliation do the Rothschilds have?

5. Why is sunset Plowden's favorite time of day?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the significance of Blair House in Washington, D.C.?

2. What are the long term effects of strip mining?

3. What closing words does McCullough offer the graduates?

4. Which aviators does McCullough include in this chapter?

5. What is the subject of "South of Kankakee?"

6. What is the subject of "Long Distance Vision?"

7. Why does strip mining continue in many states?

8. Explain how Miriam is influenced by her Uncle Walter.

9. What is the history of strip mining in Kentucky?

10. Who is the subject of "Cross the Blue Mountain" and what is this person's association with McCullough?

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