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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 does Ira take to the Welles on his first visit after the worst of the winter storms?
(a) Maple sugar syrup.
(b) Potatoes.
(c) Store bought gifts.
(d) Cornmeal.

2. Which of the children begins to show the most ill effects from the harsh winter weather?
(a) Debby.
(b) Jacob.
(c) Patty.
(d) Caleb.

3. What business did Marguerite's uncle plan to start in the New World?
(a) A violin repair shop.
(b) A dance studio.
(c) A music store.
(d) A shoe repair shop.

4. What task do the men set to as they wait for the final days of winter to blow away?
(a) Clearing the land of trees for planting.
(b) Fixing new handles for the axes and preparing the other tools.
(c) Moving snow from around the house to prepare a garden.
(d) Whittling more dishes.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What book does Aunt Hespa tell Marguerite inspired the quilt pattern Delectable Mountain?

2. Who tells Marguerite she did the right thing after her encounter with the bear?

3. Who responds to Marguerite with friendliness at the Raising that brings Marguerite pleasure?

4. Who rescues Marguerite out of the water after she rescues the cow and calf?

5. In part 3, who does Marguerite find preparing for breakfast in the kitchen the morning after the men go to check on smoke at Sargent's Point?

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