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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Spade Larkin keep his hopes high for finding gold?
(a) He carries newspaper clippings with him.
(b) He asks people for clues frequently.
(c) He prays daily.
(d) He keeps a small gold nugget in his pocket.

2. Why does Levi believe Lucinda needs to become a Christian?
(a) Because he's been sleeping with her.
(b) Because she is a sinner.
(c) Because she is a savage.
(d) Because he loves her.

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

4. What nationality is Pasquinel?
(a) Native American.
(b) Spanish.
(c) French.
(d) English.

5. What does Pasquinel do when he realizes he can't get the arrow out of his back?
(a) Cuts the end off.
(b) Screams for help.
(c) Takes a nap.
(d) Continues on.

Short Answer Questions

1. How much money does Levi give the emigrants heading back east?

2. What does Lame Beaver tell his daughter about Pasquinel in Chapter 5?

3. In Chapter 7, what does Levi think about a peace treaty between the United States and Native Americans?

4. How many horses does Lame Beaver keep after stealing them from an opposing tribe?

5. Why does Levi buy the Conestoga wagon?

(see the answer key)

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