View a FREE sample

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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What do the men in Jethro's family try to avoid when they hear of the beginning of the war?
(a) Ellen's nephew.
(b) Their mother.
(c) Confrontation.
(d) Guilt.

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

3. How many children does John have?
(a) 1.
(b) 2.
(c) 4.
(d) 3.

4. How many children has Jethro's mother had?
(a) 8.
(b) 12.
(c) 6.
(d) 10.

5. Who is Jethro's favorite brother?
(a) John.
(b) Joe.
(c) Bill.
(d) Ted.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of John's wife?

2. How old was Mary when she died?

3. Who is the president when this book takes place?

4. Where is Ellen's nephew from?

5. What does Jenny give to Jethro as a special treat at the beginning of the book?

(see the answer key)

This section contains 151 words (approx. 1 page at 300 words per page) View a FREE sample