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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The May-Pole at Merry Mount.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does the narrator describe the descendants of the Puritans?
(a) As malfeasant ghosts.
(b) As a "race incapable of flower."
(c) As beloved friends.
(d) As profane and lusty seamen.

2. Does Columbus profit from his trips to the New World?
(a) Yes, he is rewarded with all the gold he could ever want.
(b) No, he is left financially ruined and impoverished.
(c) Yes, he is able to sell many things that he took from the islands.
(d) No, but at least the voyages do not harm him financially.

3. What does the narrator say that Queen Elizabeth did not trust Raleigh enough to let him do?
(a) Marry one of her maids.
(b) Go on voyages of exploration.
(c) Serve on great councils.
(d) Serve in the army.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Cortez finally burn the city?

2. Which of the following quotations reveals Williams' opinion of Cortez?

3. Where does Eric the Red go to start over?

4. What kind of woman is Freydis?

5. What happens to Columbus on his return from his second voyage?

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