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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Six: Weedpatch School.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What term refers to a small printed notice, advertisement, or announcement, usually for distribution by hand?
(a) Notebook.
(b) Manifesto.
(c) Handbill.
(d) Daily.

2. What was the second northern Texas town passed by the Okies as they headed west?
(a) Longhorn.
(b) Dallas.
(c) Amarillo.
(d) Shamrock.

3. Who was the manager of the Weedpatch Camp?
(a) James Dickins.
(b) William Anderson.
(c) Dewey Russell.
(d) Andrew Granade.

4. What were the mobs referred to as which attempted to scare away the Okies after Mr. Hart's election?
(a) Burn Brigades.
(b) Fire Mobs.
(c) Shelley Mobs.
(d) Danger Mobs.

5. What office did Leo Hart decide to run for in Chapter Five: Mr. Hart?
(a) Sacramento County Superintendent of Education.
(b) Mendocino County Sheriff.
(c) Kern County Principal.
(d) Kern County Superintendent of Education.

Short Answer Questions

1. Many cruel farmers would pour what on surplus food or burn it rather than give it to the starving Okies?

2. What condition was caused by severe damage to the lungs by the inhalation of dust?

3. What disease had Leo Hart contracted during his military service?

4. Where was it rumored among the Okies that grape-pickers were needed when they arrived in California?

5. After the arrival of the Okies, cotton pickers in California were paid how much per hour?

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