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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Tranquilino Marquez leave Mexico?
(a) He was robbed.
(b) He was following his wife.
(c) He wanted to earn more money.
(d) He is told to shoot a woman.

2. How does Buckford assume he will be able to run his cattle business?
(a) Like any other farm.
(b) Like a large enterprise.
(c) Like his silk business.
(d) Like a small business.

3. What does Maxwell Mercy stop Sam Purchas from doing while traveling west?
(a) Selling his cattle.
(b) Killing Native Americans.
(c) Drinking too much.
(d) Burning his supplies.

4. How does Levi's group manage to cross the Platte?
(a) They carry their supplies on their backs.
(b) They team up with another wagon.
(c) They pay someone to help them.
(d) They leave the oxen behind.

5. When does Levi have lunch with Becky?
(a) When they are at market.
(b) When they sneak away.
(c) When they are on vacation.
(d) When their families get together.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Amos Boehman sell his Conestoga wagon?

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

3. Why does Sam Purchas suggest Levi sell his horses?

4. Why do more farmers start growing sugar beets?

5. What does Amos Calendar lead in Chapter 9?

(see the answer key)

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