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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through DeSoto and the New World.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In his conclusion, what word does Gregory use to characterize Williams' prose?
(a) Creative.
(b) Poetic.
(c) Traditional.
(d) Fresh.

2. Where do De Soto and his men retreat to after the Indians burn their camp?
(a) Cutifachiqui.
(b) Chicacilla.
(c) Mabilla.
(d) Anhaica Apalachi.

3. What does Gregory think that In the American Grain is meant to do for the American national identity?
(a) Criticize it.
(b) Mock it.
(c) Celebrate it.
(d) Shape it.

4. What people do Karlsefni and Snorri find in the New World?
(a) The Abenaki.
(b) The Skrellings.
(c) The Iroquois.
(d) The Inuit.

5. What do Indian envoys bring to De Soto and his men?
(a) Handmade tools, sewing needles and tents.
(b) Live pigs, horses, and dogs.
(c) Gold, silver, and pearls.
(d) Berries, animal skins, and meat.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who or what is Mabilla?

2. Why is De Soto uncertain whether he wants to meet Francisco Maldonado?

3. Williams, referring to the King's and Queen's promises to Columbus, remarks, "What power had such ridiculous little promises to stay a man against that terrific downpour on the brink of which they were all floating?". What promises is Williams referring to?

4. What is De Soto looking for?

5. How does De Soto keep his men alive when the maize crop fails?

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