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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Two: Chapters I-III.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What event does McDonald say will change everything about the town of Butcher's Crossing soon?
(a) The annexation of the territory.
(b) The arrival of a sheriff.
(c) The arrival of the railroad.
(d) The arrival of winter.

2. Miller tells Schneider that his protests about finding water make Miller think that Schneider just wants what?
(a) A black eye.
(b) A medal for bravery.
(c) An extra week of pay.
(d) A nice rest.

3. When Miller asks why Andrews had turned down a job with McDonald, what is Andrews's reply?
(a) He has no experience in blacksmith work.
(b) He has no experience in tanning hides.
(c) He does not think he would like McDonald's managerial style.
(d) He does not want to be tied down.

4. What does Andrews's family member who wrote the letter to McDonald do for a living?
(a) He is a blacksmith.
(b) He is a dentist.
(c) He is a trapper.
(d) He is a preacher.

5. From what city had Andrews originally begun his journey to Butcher's Crossing?
(a) Albany.
(b) New York City.
(c) Boston.
(d) Cincinnati.

Short Answer Questions

1. For what reason does Miller keep the hunting party on the trail, even though the land to the sides of the trail is more level?

2. What is the name of the establishment where Andrews finds Miller for the first time?

3. For how long had Andrews been traveling before stopping in Butcher's Crossing?

4. How had Charley lost a part of his body?

5. For what reason does McDonald "wave angrily" at Andrews when Andrews leaves his office after their first meeting?

(see the answer key)

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