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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who are the men waiting for at Jethro's house while they talk with Ellen's nephew?
(a) The postman.
(b) The news carrier.
(c) Matt.
(d) Shadrach.

2. Why was Jenny's suitor refused?
(a) Jenny did not love him.
(b) She is too young.
(c) He is too young.
(d) He has no money.

3. Who demands that the boys stop their talk of war?
(a) Ellen.
(b) Jethro.
(c) Shadrach.
(d) Matt.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. How old is Ellen's nephew?

3. How does Jethro view the impending war?

4. How old was Mary when she died?

5. How many children has Jethro's mother had?

(see the answer key)

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