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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Spring at the Creek and Summer.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who did Widow Slater threaten with a gun?
(a) A teacher.
(b) A schoolyard bully.
(c) A nurse.
(d) A symphony conductor.

2. What had Rawlings and Kate's brother been hunting when they returned home to find the house destroyed?
(a) Quail.
(b) Frogs.
(c) Deer.
(d) Bear.

3. How did Rawlings feel when Cross Creek was nearly overrun with frogs?
(a) She was confused.
(b) She was disgusted.
(c) She was delighted.
(d) She was terrified.

4. According to Rawlings, the test of true beauty was the ability to withstand what?
(a) Loss.
(b) Knowledge.
(c) Self reflection.
(d) Mortality.

5. Which of Martha's relatives did Samson marry?
(a) Her neice.
(b) Her cousin.
(c) Her sister.
(d) Her daughter.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why did the Townsends invite Rawlings over for a party?

2. Which of the following themes did Rawlings believe was "customary in slave psychology"?

3. What type of critters did Rodney keep as pets?

4. Which of the following fruits was sneaked into Rawlings at the hospital when she was ill with low fiber?

5. What was the name of Rawlings's cow?

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