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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 7-8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Pa want the family to move?
(a) He believes that wild animals will overrun the area
(b) His brother is also moving there
(c) He thinks wild animals are being kept away from the area
(d) He has lost his farm

2. What river is near the Ingalls’ homestead site?
(a) The Mississippi River
(b) The Verdigris River
(c) The Snake River
(d) The Missouri River

3. Where does Pa put Pet and Patty after he un-harnessed them?
(a) In the barn
(b) In a corral
(c) On a picket line
(d) Ties them to some bushes so they can eat

4. What did they name Pet’s colt?
(a) Rabbit
(b) Bunny
(c) Stubborn
(d) Wolf

5. How far away does the nearest neighbor live?
(a) 3 miles
(b) 2 miles
(c) 5 miles
(d) 6 miles

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Pa say very large wolves are called?

2. What does Laura tell her Ma Laura would like to see now that they are in Indian territory?

3. Why did Pa and Patty come galloping into the homestead in Chapter 7?

4. From where did the family with malaria come?

5. What happens to the wagon as they cross the creek?

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