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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What month is it when Ellen first hears from Tom?
(a) February.
(b) November.
(c) January.
(d) December.

2. In Chapter 6, why does Matt want to thank Dave Burdow?
(a) For sending on some important news.
(b) For buying Jethro lunch.
(c) For helping with the field work.
(d) For protecting Jethro.

3. How does Jethro feel as he listens to his brothers argue about the war?
(a) He is excited.
(b) He is scared.
(c) He is confused.
(d) He is proud.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Shadrach do for Jethro when he reads Tom's letter?

2. Who refused Jenny's suitor?

3. Who brings the family news of the beginning of the war?

4. Where is Ellen's nephew from?

5. What does Shadrach tell Jethro to NOT call the president?

(see the answer key)

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