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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 4: Spring.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What do the Sargents do with the sap once they have drained it from the trees?
(a) Boil it.
(b) Store it away.
(c) Lay it in the sun to dry in sheets.
(d) Drink it.

2. Why does Dolly quickly insist on putting a splint on Joel's injured leg?
(a) She wants to give him support to walk.
(b) She needs to straighten the leg.
(c) She is concerned the bones will break through the skin.
(d) She does not know what else to do.

3. What crops did the Sargents plant upon their arrival that are just coming up in Part 2?
(a) Potatoes, tomatoes, and beans.
(b) Potatoes, rice, and watermelon.
(c) Corn, rice, and radishes.
(d) Corn, turnips, and potatoes.

4. What does Caleb criticize Marguerite for doing after she saw the bear?
(a) For allowing the children to follow the dog.
(b) For leaving the butter in the stream.
(c) For scaring it away.
(d) For allowing the dog to attack it.

5. Who follows Marguerite to the grave when she finally has a chance to visit it?
(a) Jacob.
(b) Pumpkin.
(c) Caleb.
(d) Ira.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is an excuse for festivity as Marguerite guesses in the beginning of Part 2?

2. Who built the casket for Debby's body?

3. In what language does Marguerite sing her Christmas carols?

4. What food remains the staple of the Sargents' diet during the long, harsh winter?

5. At the end of part 2, what does Aunt Hespa have Seth draw a pattern of Marguerite's feet on?

(see the answer key)

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