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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2: Fall.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is Seth Jordan?
(a) One of the Sargents' new neighbors.
(b) Marguerite's cousin.
(c) The previous owner of the Sargents' farm.
(d) The governor of the village where the Sargents are settling.

2. Why is the roof of the cave darkened?
(a) The damp has caused a growth of mold.
(b) The bears have rubbed against it, staining it with the oils from their coats.
(c) The Indians have drawn on it.
(d) There have been many fires inside the cave.

3. In Aunt Hespa's song, what happens to the young woman's lover?
(a) He died at sea.
(b) He froze to death while traveling to get his bride a nice wedding dress.
(c) He froze to death working in the fields of his farm.
(d) He was murdered by theives.

4. What is still left to be done in the Sargents' house after the Raising is done?
(a) A stove needs to be brought from Marblehead.
(b) Windows need glass.
(c) Bedrooms are to be added later.
(d) Floors to be laid and furnishing constructed.

5. How does Marguerite catch sight of her reflection for the first time in many months?
(a) She finds a mirror among Dolly's belongings.
(b) She finds a looking glass in the woods.
(c) She sees her reflection in a window.
(d) She sees her reflection in the water.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where are Aunt Hespa's family from?

2. The growth of what plants signal the end of summer for Marguerite?

3. What special addition did Dolly make to Marguerite and the twins' dress the morning of the Raising?

4. What is the name of the place where Marguerite and her grandmother end up after they run out of money?

5. What special clothing is Debby wearing for the Raising?

(see the answer key)

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