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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How old is Jenny at the beginning of the book?
(a) 12.
(b) 14.
(c) 18.
(d) 16.

2. What is Ellen's nephew's name?
(a) Willy.
(b) Wilse.
(c) Wilson.
(d) William.

3. How does Jethro view the impending war?
(a) He sees it as an adventure.
(b) He is frightened of losing one of his brothers.
(c) He finds it all very confusing.
(d) He thinks it will boost the corn sales.

4. What does Jethro get to do now that he helps in the fields?
(a) Get his own room.
(b) Sit at the adult table.
(c) Get some money.
(d) Ride a horse to town on his own.

5. What does Jenny give to Jethro as a special treat at the beginning of the book?
(a) A new book.
(b) The first greens from the garden.
(c) A cup of coffee.
(d) Strawberries.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is Jethro's oldest brother at the beginning of the book?

2. How many of Jethro's siblings have died at the beginning of the book?

3. How old is Ellen's nephew?

4. Who are the men waiting for at Jethro's house while they talk with Ellen's nephew?

5. Which side does Bill favor?

(see the answer key)

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