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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What kind of bird inspired the MacDonalds to name their farm site Hawk's Hill?
(a) Coopers hawk.
(b) Peregrine hawk.
(c) Red-tailed hawk.
(d) Buzzard hawk.

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

4. As the book opens, the author says that the name "Winnipeg" originated with which Native American tribe?
(a) Dakota Sioux.
(b) Blackfeet.
(c) Lakota.
(d) Cree.

5. With which of Ben's siblings does he NOT have a good relationship?
(a) John.
(b) Beth.
(c) Coral.
(d) William.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Esther so angry with her husband over his attitude toward Ben?

2. By the end of the prologue, the MacDonalds have how many children?

3. Which of the following animals does the prologue NOT mention as present on the MacDonald farm?

4. As Chapter One opens, what animal is Ben MacDonald following?

5. When did William first meet the neighbor?

(see the answer key)

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