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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How old is Mahlon?
(a) 34.
(b) 35.
(c) 33.
(d) 32.

2. Why does Amos Calendar collect bones in Chapter 9?
(a) To bury.
(b) To inspect.
(c) To collect.
(d) To sell.

3. What does Hans Brumbaugh do to the land he buys from Levi?
(a) He irrigates it.
(b) He scorches it.
(c) He sells it again.
(d) He digs holes in it.

4. Why is Lucinda described as Saint Louis's most eligible young woman?
(a) Because she is beautiful.
(b) Because of her musical talents.
(c) Because of her political influence.
(d) Because her father discovered gold.

5. In Chapter 10, why do ranchers fight Messmore Garret?
(a) For water rights.
(b) For his sheep.
(c) For land use.
(d) For taxes.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Lame Beaver goes to steal horses from another tribe, how many people go with him?

2. What happens when John Skimmerhorn's group meets Lost Eagle's tribe?

3. Why do thousands of cattle die in Chapter 10?

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

5. Why do fur traders hit Pasquinel with an oar?

(see the answer key)

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