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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When did William first meet the neighbor?
(a) Last week.
(b) He hasn't met him.
(c) Last month.
(d) Three weeks ago.

2. How does the author say Esther MacDonald reacts to the journey in the prologue?
(a) She shows no fear.
(b) She spends the trip mad at her husband.
(c) She cries most of the time.
(d) She is very frightened.

3. How did the MacDonalds originally plan to chose the site for their farm?
(a) They wanted to be close to family.
(b) They picked it from a catalogue.
(c) They would know it when they found it.
(d) A friend had already bought it for them.

4. The MacDonalds have an argument after their new neighbor leaves in Chapter One. About what are they arguing?
(a) Ben.
(b) The farm.
(c) Dinner.
(d) The neighbor.

5. What is the name of the new neighbor Ben's father wants him to meet?
(a) Mr. Burton.
(b) Mr. Hill.
(c) Mr. Lobo.
(d) Mr. McCray.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what year does the prologue say this story takes place?

2. The neighbor is surprised to learn that Ben is six years old, because Ben looks as though he ought to be how old?

3. How does William MacDonald feel about the new neighbor?

4. From what country was the man who originally built Fort Rouge near Winnipeg?

5. How does Esther ask Ben to respond to the new neighbor?

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