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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 13, 14 and 15.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. For what was Gertie's mother thankful to Gertie?
(a) Hard work on the farm as a girl
(b) Helping to cook the meal for the preacher
(c) Helping her father in the workshop
(d) Visiting on Sundays

2. What does Gertie carry on the way to school which Clytie finds embarrassing?
(a) Handcarved basket
(b) Poncho
(c) Large purse
(d) Backpack

3. What does Gertie carve for Cassie on the walk to her parent's house?
(a) A small dog
(b) A small cat
(c) A small bird
(d) A small doll

4. Why is Gertie traveling into town?
(a) To find work
(b) To rebuild a new life
(c) Amos is close to dying
(d) To escape from her life

5. How long has Clovis been gone at the beginning of chapter six?
(a) One month
(b) One week
(c) One year
(d) One day

Short Answer Questions

1. On what topic does Mrs. Bales' argue with more than one person about?

2. What kind of officer is in the car that stops before hitting Gertie?

3. Why does Gertie vomit?

4. Who does Gertie's mother say leads Henley into heathenism?

5. Why does Gertie read to her children from the Bible during chapter three?

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