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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. While traveling west, why does Levi realize some families became stranded?
(a) Their horses died.
(b) They ran out of supplies.
(c) They had broken wagons.
(d) They weren't trying hard enough.

2. Why are people slaughtering buffalo in Chapter 9?
(a) To take away the Native American food source.
(b) Because the buffalo were ruining the farms.
(c) Because the hunters had new guns.
(d) To win a prize.

3. How much money does Levi give the emigrants heading back east?
(a) Twenty dollars.
(b) Fifty dollars.
(c) Forty dollars.
(d) Thirty dollars.

4. How do Jake and Mike test Levi's bravery in Chapter 6?
(a) They threaten him.
(b) They rob him.
(c) They beat him.
(d) They burn his store.

5. Why does Hans Brumbaugh want to buy land from Levi?
(a) To build a house.
(b) To raise cattle.
(c) To start a hotel.
(d) To start a farm.

Short Answer Questions

1. How old is Mahlon?

2. What job does Amos Calender have in Colorado?

3. Why does Seccumbe always show a profit in his work?

4. What does Mervin jokingly ask for for his birthday?

5. Why is Seccumbe a little reluctant about marrying Charlotte?

(see the answer key)

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