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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 2: Chapters IV-VI.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many sons is it implied that Pahom has?
(a) 4.
(b) 3.
(c) 5.
(d) 2.

2. What advantage does Pahom see to owning land in the new settlement?
(a) His neighbors will stop trespassing on his land.
(b) He will get a better price for his crops.
(c) All of his acres will be together in one piece of land.
(d) The dealers will not be able to cheat him.

3. If Pahom's land is "arable," what is true of his land?
(a) It has little topsoil.
(b) It is prone to flooding.
(c) It is one continuous piece.
(d) It is good for growing crops.

4. What does Pahom tell the Bashkirs is wrong with the land where he comes from?
(a) It is too far away from water.
(b) The commune does not distribute it fairly.
(c) It will not support him and his family.
(d) It is crowded and overworked.

5. What is Pahom's reaction to the trouble with the steward?
(a) He refuses to have any more dealings with the man.
(b) He takes his anger out on his family.
(c) He takes the steward to court.
(d) He insists that the family move to a new settlement.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Pahom feels "aggrieved," what is he feeling?

2. What reaction do the peasants have when they hear rumors about the sale of the land?

3. Which word is a synonym for "haggle"?

4. Who is the man in the large fox-fur hat?

5. Which character thinks "I'll give you land enough; and by means of that land I will get you into my power"?

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