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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. What does the expression "racked his brains" mean?
(a) Organized his thoughts.
(b) Stared into space without thinking.
(c) Felt very sad.
(d) Searched hard for an answer.

2. On the night before his big walk, what does Pahom lie awake doing?
(a) Thinking about his wife and sons.
(b) Planning how he will use the land.
(c) Wondering if he can find a way to cheat the Bashkirs.
(d) Worrying that he is being greedy.

3. After walking three miles, what is the first item of clothing that Pahom removes?
(a) His boots.
(b) His under-coat.
(c) His over-coat.
(d) His hat.

4. How many acres does the local landowner have?
(a) 13,000.
(b) 300.
(c) 40.
(d) 1,300.

5. Why does Pahom hesitate before setting out on his walk?
(a) He is having second thoughts about moving.
(b) He suddenly realizes it might be a trick.
(c) He feels tired and dizzy from not sleeping the night before.
(d) He is not sure which direction to travel in.

Short Answer Questions

1. Although Pahom is afraid that he might actually die of the effort, why does he keep running toward the Bashkir?

2. The story opens with two sisters. What does the older sister's husband do for a living?

3. What kind of homes do the Bashkirs live in?

4. How many acres does Pahom buy in his first land purchase?

5. In which situation might someone "grease your palm"?

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