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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Prologue and Chapters 1-4.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

3. In what season had Håkan and Linus departed from Europe together?
(a) Winter.
(b) Fall.
(c) Summer.
(d) Spring.

4. In what century is the novel In the Distance set?
(a) The 19th.
(b) The 18th.
(c) The 21st.
(d) The 20th.

5. Which member of the Brennan family is the first to find Håkan in a terrible state on the ship?
(a) James.
(b) Molly.
(c) Robert.
(d) Eileen.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what port does Håkan's ship finally dock once it reaches the United States?

2. In what country is Håkan born?

3. The prologue takes place on a ship near what location?

4. The landscape through which the Brennans and Håkan move on their expedition is composed of what?

5. The first ship boarded by Linus and Håkan is on its way to what location?

(see the answer key)

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