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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapters 12-13.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did a man receive that was fake that Jason notices?
(a) A false telegram.
(b) A fake map.
(c) Instructions on how to pan for gold.
(d) A bridle for his horse.

2. Upon what ship does Jason stow away?
(a) The Yakima.
(b) The Belle of the Sea.
(c) Lucinda.
(d) The Seagull.

3. Why does the scene along the trail shock Jason?
(a) That there are families with young children.
(b) The cruelty to the animals, especially the horses.
(c) That people are fighting over position on the trail.
(d) The number of people.

4. What concerns Jason besides the upcoming bad weather?
(a) His lack of funds.
(b) Jason thinks he is too young.
(c) Not having a good map.
(d) Not knowing how to pan for gold.

5. What is Jason's hometown?
(a) Seattle.
(b) Denver.
(c) St. Louis.
(d) Portland.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Jack offer Jason a prospector's outfit?

2. How much food is each prospector required to carry?

3. What does the younger man in the rail car recite?

4. How does Jason buy food and warming clothing?

5. How heavy is the outfit?

(see the answer key)

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