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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 9 through 14.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why are the children disappointed when Karl returns to the ship?
(a) He could not find any books.
(b) He does not have any blankets.
(c) He does not have any milk.
(d) He did not buy any candy.

2. The farmers and their families on board the ship are from which country?
(a) Sweden.
(b) Austria.
(c) France.
(d) Germany.

3. What type of trees do the men take special note of in the forest?
(a) Sugar Maple.
(b) Oak.
(c) Elm.
(d) Pine.

4. Karl is surprised to learn that Anders has only ____________ acres plowed in the time he has lived in America.
(a) 10.
(b) 8.
(c) 3.
(d) 20.

5. What do Ulrika and Elin wear to ward off illness?
(a) Herb pouches.
(b) Mustard plaster.
(c) Garlic.
(d) Crosses.

Short Answer Questions

1. To whom does Karl write a letter telling of the group's arrival in America?

2. Kristina is pregnant with a child who will be born before __________________.

3. Why is Robert hurriedly studying English?

4. Karl finds the land he wants by a lake called ____________________.

5. How far is Karl's homestead from the town of Taylor Falls?

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