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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1 The Forty-Niner, pgs. 148-207.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Cleonie ask Flashman after they've had sex during siesta?
(a) She asks him to take her with him when he abandons Susie.
(b) She asks if Flashman will divorce Susie and marry her.
(c) She asks Flashman if he has any children.
(d) She asks if Flashman loves her.

2. Why do Gallantin's men kill two of their own men?
(a) Because they balked at the idea of scalping.
(b) Because they were sympathetic to the Native Americans.
(c) Because they were weak.
(d) Because they were traitors.

3. How much are they charging for claret at the hotel in St. Louis?
(a) One dollar.
(b) Five dollars.
(c) They aren't charging, it is free.
(d) Fifteen dollars.

4. What agreement does Flashman come to with Wootton?
(a) Flashman proposes that Wootton takes charge for an extra $100 a week.
(b) Flashman proposes that Wootton stay behind for an extra $100.
(c) Flashman proposes that Wootton let it look like Flashman is in charge for an extra $100 a week.
(d) Flashman doesn't come to any agreements with Wootton. They don't talk that much.

5. Why won't the girls tell Susie about Flashman's infidelity?
(a) Because they don't really care.
(b) Because they are afriad of getting sold.
(c) Because they all want to please Flashman.
(d) Because they don't want to hurt Susie.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do these other caravans consist of?

2. What does Flashman tell Maxwell and Kit Carson after Flashman is shot?

3. Where is Flashman and his party headed once they board the smaller boat?

4. Once aboard the steamship, what does Flashman notice about the other passengers?

5. What does Flashman show the men that he is arguing with?

(see the answer key)

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