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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 16 and 17.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Elijah say he thinks Mr. Leroy must be a good listener in chapter 7?
(a) He does not talk much.
(b) He is kind and gentle.
(c) He does not express many opinions.
(d) He has lots of friends.

2. What does Mr. Highgate say happened to his own shotgun?
(a) Someone stole the firing pin.
(b) Someone plugged the barrel.
(c) Someone broke the trigger.
(d) Someone removed the shells.

3. What does the refugee reveal he has been holding behind his back as Emma coaxed him out of the woods in chapter 11?
(a) A scythe.
(b) A pistol.
(c) A shotgun.
(d) A knife.

4. What does Elijah think in chapter 6 will happen to Mr. Travis after he teaches the students about a family breeding contest?
(a) He will be tar and feathered.
(b) He will be arrested for indecency.
(c) He will be fired and sent home.
(d) He will be sent back to America.

5. What does Mr. Travis hit the top of his desk with in chapter 6?
(a) His hand.
(b) His pointing stick.
(c) His ruler.
(d) His belt.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many passes in chapter 17 before the people of Buxton learn of Mr. Highgate's injuries?

2. What does Mr. Leroy do in the beginning of chapter 16 that he feels he must apologize for?

3. What does Mr. Travis ask the class each morning as he begins the days lessons?

4. What does Mr. Leroy say his son's name is in chapter 7?

5. Who does Emma disrespectfully speak to before speaking to Elijah, as noted in chapter 10?

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