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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 15-19.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. For what object does Håkan look around the plains when he hears that Lorimer is parting ways with him?
(a) Something to hold onto.
(b) Something to cool his fever.
(c) Something to catch his tears.
(d) Something to lie down on.

2. Who releases Håkan from his restrained position inside the covered wagon?
(a) Linus.
(b) Asa.
(c) Lorimer.
(d) Jarvis.

3. By whose hand have the people been massacred when the convoy hears about them up ahead?
(a) White settlers.
(b) Africans.
(c) Soldiers.
(d) Native Americans.

4. While most of the travelers in the caravan look at Håkan with "mute curiosity," (108) a few of them snicker at what aspect of his appearance?
(a) His youth.
(b) His outfit.
(c) His size.
(d) His filth.

5. What is the name of the sheriff's lackey who always backs the sheriff's moves?
(a) Joseph.
(b) Elijah.
(c) Josiah.
(d) Jebediah.

Short Answer Questions

1. Lorimer identifies the original owners of the teeth presented to him by the Native Americans as what types of animals?

2. Håkan wears a coat anchored by the hide of what animal?

3. What gift does Håkan give to the Indians in return for their kindness?

4. About how many teeth in total do the Native Americans give to Lorimer in payment for his medical services?

5. Håkan fears that what element will result in the deaths of the convoy members?

(see the answer key)

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