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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 3: Chapters VII-IX.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The haze of heat that makes it difficult for Pahom to see clearly might logically be meant to remind the reader of what?
(a) That it is summer.
(b) The earlier threat neighbors made to burn his buildings.
(c) How tired Pahom is.
(d) The heat of hell.

2. When, in the beginning of Chapter IV, Pahom "stood treat" to the elders, what does this mean he did?
(a) Made a speech.
(b) Helped them with a project.
(c) Asked for a hearing.
(d) Gave them gifts.

3. What is a steward?
(a) Someone who takes care of someone else's property.
(b) Someone who rents the land that they farm or graze animals on.
(c) An innkeeper.
(d) A shop owner.

4. In the beginning of Chapter VII, how far does Pahom plan to walk the next day?
(a) 15 miles.
(b) 3miles.
(c) 35 miles.
(d) 50 miles.

5. Which character thinks "I'll give you land enough; and by means of that land I will get you into my power"?
(a) The local landowner.
(b) The devil.
(c) Simon.
(d) Pahom's brother-in-law.

Short Answer Questions

1. How do the Bashkirs make their living?

2. When Pahom piles up "turf," what is he piling up?

3. When the younger sister is "piqued," what is she feeling?

4. How many sons is it implied that Pahom has?

5. Where is Pahom when his wife and her sister are talking?

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