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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Alexander McCaskill, Angus's great-grandfather, help to build?

2. How many sheep do Rob and Lucas have by the fall of 1896?

3. When do Rob and Judith marry?

4. How old is Gram Erskine when she dies?

5. What is the name of the horse that falls into the water and drowns as Rob and Angus are boarding a ship for America?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why is a vendor selling limes to passengers on Rob's and Angus's ship?

2. How do Rob and Angus claim the land that they want to homestead?

3. How did Lucas lose his hands?

4. What are the benefits and problems of raising sheep?

5. How do Angus and Rob have to travel to Gros Ventre to find Lucas?

6. What does the steward have to say when he comes to steerage to talk with the passengers?

7. How are Rob and Angus listed on the passenger list of the James Watt?

8. What family does Rob leave behind in Nethermuir?

9. What advice does "Crofutt's Trans-Atlantic Emigrants" Guide give individuals who are considering emigrating?

10. Describe Anna Ramsay.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The men of Scotch Heaven learn that the land where they have pastured there sheep is going to become a national forest. Discuss the national forest and reactions to the idea.

Essay Topic 2

Angus is forced to spend time alone at the homestead while Varick is in school and Adair stays with him. Discuss how and why Angus struggles with his time alone.

Essay Topic 3

When Angus becomes the South Fork teacher, he faces some challenges. Discuss the challenges Angus faces as teacher at South Fork.

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