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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 6, Chapter 2 | Book 7, Chapter 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What memory does Susan reflect upon as she and Oliver prepare to leave Mexico?
(a) Her last conversation with Frank Sargeant when he confesses his love for her
(b) Her wedding night
(c) A childhood day of play
(d) Her last meeting with Augusta

2. What happens to Pricey?
(a) He recovers and runs for Senate
(b) He dies
(c) Oliver sends him home to England
(d) He stays with Susan and Oliver

3. Susan is distressed about leaving and encourages her husband to do what?
(a) Hire Emelita for her maid
(b) Turn in a positive report rather than tell the truth about the mine
(c) Find another job in Mexico
(d) Return to the USA without her

4. Who does Susan kiss in error upon her and Ollie's arrival in Leadville?
(a) Frank Sargeant
(b) Mrs. Elliott
(c) Lizzie
(d) Mr. King

5. What is Susan's observation about the lives of Mexican women?
(a) They are all ignorant
(b) They are free to do what they like
(c) They are all prisoners in the male-dominated society
(d) They spend all their time in school

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is Susan and Oliver's first home?

2. How does the author use Shelley to expand the storyline?

3. How does Susan perceive the move to Boise?

4. What does Susan encourage Oliver to do instead of moving their family to another country?

5. Who is Marian Prouse?

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