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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The 'Steaders.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When some of the children are late for school the first day that Angus teaches, which of the children gives an excuse for their tardiness?
(a) Betsy Frew.
(b) Susan Duff.
(c) Davie Erskine.
(d) Jimmy Spedderson.

2. What is Anna's mother's name?
(a) Alice.
(b) Ruth.
(c) Margaret.
(d) Jane.

3. What winter does Toussaint call the winter they ate with the axe?
(a) 1887.
(b) 1886.
(c) 1885.
(d) 1884.

4. What is the name of Fritz Hahn's dog?
(a) Lady.
(b) Manny.
(c) River.
(d) Blitzen.

5. During their first year on their homesteads, when does Angus first see frost?
(a) September.
(b) August.
(c) October.
(d) July.

Short Answer Questions

1. How old is Gram Erskine when she dies?

2. In 1897, how much does lambs' wool rise in price?

3. Where do Rob's and Angus's lambs travel after they are sold?

4. What year is Angus asked to teach school?

5. Who puts cows near Rob's and Angus's summer pasture?

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