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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 10-14.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The prologue of In the Distance takes place in the same time frame as what other section of the novel?
(a) The epigraph.
(b) The epilogue.
(c) The end of the novel.
(d) The 14th chapter.

2. Håkan performs surgery on his horse Pingo in order to remove what substance from its belly?
(a) Dust.
(b) Nightshade.
(c) Glass.
(d) Poison ivy.

3. The Brennans enlist Håkan's help with what task after he joins their expedition?
(a) Cooking.
(b) Carrying equipment.
(c) Babysitting the children.
(d) Mining.

4. What type of animal does Erik sell in order to pay Linus and Håkan's fare to America?
(a) A goat.
(b) A rabbit.
(c) A hog.
(d) A colt.

5. What kind of expedition do the Brennans launch when they get to the United States?
(a) Copper prospecting.
(b) Gold prospecting.
(c) Silver prospecting.
(d) Mountaineering.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which character falls ill with fever in Chapter 7?

2. Håkan sees which of his own acts as an act against god?

3. What element of weather leads to the men's predicament of being stranded?

4. Håkan finds out from a sailor that the land he sees from the ship is part of what location?

5. What aspect of the dresser does Håkan consider breaking and taking with him on his journey?

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