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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 6 - 10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After Matthew asks how the family can possibly pay the property taxes, what does Mother announce she has just received?
(a) Another new bill.
(b) An inheritance from her mother.
(c) Her work permit.
(d) An offer from someone to buy their farm.

2. What does Mother do when she opens the tax bill?
(a) She is so startled she drops it.
(b) She tears it to pieces.
(c) She begins to weep over it.
(d) She clutches it to her chest.

3. After Luke's mother calls him to come into the house from the woods, what does Luke do for the first time in his life?
(a) He does not obey right away.
(b) He runs away and hides.
(c) He comes immediately.
(d) He yells "no" at her.

4. Why doesn't Luke tell his mother about what he has found in his room allowing him to look outside?
(a) He doesn't want to get in trouble.
(b) He knows they will cover it up.
(c) He fears they will forbid him from using it anymore.
(d) He wants it to be his secret.

5. What does Luke notice about the construction workers he spies on from his room?
(a) They will work late into the night.
(b) They are in a big hurry to finish the construction.
(c) They are taking their time with the construction.
(d) They sometimes quit in the middle of the day.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Luke spy driving by the new houses while they are being built?

2. What do Dad, Matthew, and Mark load up for slaughter at the beginning of Chapter 6?

3. What time does Luke's Mom have to be at the factory every day?

4. What time does Luke notice all the new houses are empty by?

5. What does Mark offer to play a game of with Luke to cheer him up after barging into his room?

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