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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 20-24 and Epilogue.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What part of Håkan's body is pierced by the bough of a branch when a tunnel collapses in his burrow?
(a) His thigh.
(b) His collarbone.
(c) His calf.
(d) His arm.

2. What method does Håkan employ in order to keep the walls and floors of his burrow dry?
(a) Fans.
(b) A duct system.
(c) The spreading of hay.
(d) Constant fires.

3. About how many teeth in total do the Native Americans give to Lorimer in payment for his medical services?
(a) 2 dozen.
(b) 1 dozen.
(c) 1 score.
(d) 3 score.

4. In what manner does Håkan direct his horse when he first approaches civilization and promptly leaves?
(a) At a canter.
(b) At a saunter.
(c) At a trot.
(d) At a gallop.

5. When Håkan comes upon a caravan train of travelers, he thinks to himself that which character had been right about caravans?
(a) Linus.
(b) Lorimer.
(c) The Clangston woman.
(d) Silas.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many chimneys does Håkan have within his burrow?

2. Who releases Håkan from his restrained position inside the covered wagon?

3. A convoy from what location arrives in order to threaten the Brennans if they do not give up their mine and flee?

4. When Håkan eats birds in order to stay alive, he also drinks what salty substance?

5. At what point in Lorimer's life had he moved to America?

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