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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 2: Book One, Part II Free of Debt.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does the Bailiff offer to take Asta Sollilja to Myri with him?
(a) To use her as a maid.
(b) To use her as a nanny.
(c) To marry her.
(d) To educate her.

2. What excuse does Asta give to Bjartur for wanting to go to Myri, in Section 2?
(a) Learn Christianity.
(b) Make money for the family.
(c) Travel.
(d) Find a husband.

3. How old is Bjartur's bride when he marries her in Section 1?
(a) 22.
(b) 18.
(c) 26.
(d) 17.

4. How many hours a day do the children work in Section 2?
(a) 5.
(b) 16.
(c) 9.
(d) 3.

5. What animal comes to Summerhouse in Section 2?
(a) Cow.
(b) Pig.
(c) Dog.
(d) Chicken.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Book One titled?

2. Who is talking at the start of Section 2?

3. What does Asta Sollilja wear into town in Section 2?

4. What does Bjartur decide to change the name of Winterhouse to in Section 1?

5. What happens to Asta on the walk back to Summerhouse in Section 2?

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