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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Birle conclude that the mysterious figure is after he spots her?
(a) A huntsman.
(b) A thief.
(c) A runaway servant.
(d) A robber.

2. Where do Birle and the Lord run to after they have been chased by a dog?
(a) They jump in the water.
(b) Deeper into the forest.
(c) Towards the village.
(d) Back to the boat.

3. What is the true treasure that Birle's grandparents give her?
(a) Reading and writing.
(b) A map leading to the Lord's hidden treasure.
(c) A heavy dowry.
(d) A large inheritance.

4. How does Birle feel at the thought of marrying Muir?
(a) Nonchalant.
(b) Heartbroken.
(c) Ecstatic.
(d) Confused.

5. What does the Lord tell Birle about the life of a wife of a huntsman?
(a) They become drunks yet life a life of luxury.
(b) They live a life of luxury yet cheat on their husbands.
(c) They become drunks and cheat on their husbands.
(d) They become fine ladies and are always happy.

Short Answer Questions

1. What happened to Birle's mother?

2. What is the law for second marriages for commoners?

3. Who chases Birle and the Lord?

4. What is the first thing our main character is said to have seen in the very beginning of the novel?

5. What is Da's reason for protesting against Birle's engagement to Muir?

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