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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book III, Chapters 39-49.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Lydia and Tom's family move to a different house?
(a) It is a closer walk to the Meeting House.
(b) It is bigger and can accommodate them.
(c) It is closer to the seaport.
(d) It is right next to the school.

2. What is the name of Lydia and Tom's baby boy?
(a) Samuel.
(b) James.
(c) Ariel.
(d) Jonathan.

3. To what does Sammie invite Dencey to go?
(a) The potato sack races.
(b) A picnic.
(c) The Maypole dance.
(d) The sheep shearing contest.

4. Why does Dencey get mad at the boys on the street?
(a) They tore her dress.
(b) They taunt Hopestill.
(c) They called her father a coward.
(d) They make fun of her religion.

5. All the local children are afraid of ____________.
(a) One-eyed Samson.
(b) Injun Jill.
(c) Rev. Westmoreland.
(d) Ol' Pete.

Short Answer Questions

1. Tom Coffyn returns after how many years at sea?

2. Into whose home does Lydia and Tom's family move?

3. How many children does Lydia's brother, Stephen, have?

4. How does Dencey prove that she and Sammie are friends?

5. Why is Dencey thrilled with the new house?

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