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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 8, what is the name of the Indian chief at the reservation?
(a) Chief Nakoda.
(b) Chief Mustagan.
(c) Chief Anishinaabe.
(d) Chief Okanagan.

2. Why did Ralph come to northern Canada?
(a) To hunt bears.
(b) To join his family.
(c) To prospect for gold.
(d) To explore uncharted territory.

3. How long does Katherine's and Mike's journey to their new home take?
(a) Six weeks.
(b) Three months.
(c) A week.
(d) Two months.

4. In Chapter 7, what becomes a weekly event at Katherine's home?
(a) Luncheons.
(b) Knitting party.
(c) Prayer hour.
(d) Book discussions.

5. Aware of the approaching fire, where does Katherine run to in Chapter 11?
(a) Behind a tree.
(b) The stables.
(c) A barn.
(d) Mike's office.

6. What is Katherine's surname?
(a) O'Reilly.
(b) O'Fallon.
(c) O'Dougal.
(d) O'Brien.

7. What is Katherine's dog named?
(a) Juno.
(b) Ceres.
(c) Pluto.
(d) Gemini.

8. Which Canadian province is Katherine headed to visit her uncle in?
(a) Manitoba.
(b) Ontario.
(c) Alberta.
(d) Saskatchewan.

9. What kind of story does Mike tell to explain the North Star to Katherine?
(a) An unrelated story to change the topic.
(b) A scientific explanation.
(c) A creation myth.
(d) An Indian legend.

10. What does Mike treat Katherine's wounds with after the fire?
(a) Tea.
(b) Medicine.
(c) Bark.
(d) Tar.

11. Mrs. Carpentier diapers Katherine's baby in _______________.
(a) Woven leaves.
(b) Cheesecloth.
(c) Bark.
(d) Moss.

12. How does Katherine feel after Atenou sells Ralph his wisdom tooth?
(a) Delighted.
(b) Humbled.
(c) Proud.
(d) Confused.

13. Where is Mike transferred to in Chapter 12?
(a) Girouxville.
(b) Grouard.
(c) Salteaux.
(d) Joussard.

14. What is the rock that Mike takes Katherine to see shaped like?
(a) A buffalo head.
(b) An eagle.
(c) A fish.
(d) A four leaf clover.

15. What does Mrs. Carpentier apply to the baby instead of talcum powder?
(a) Pounded tea leaves.
(b) Petroleum Jelly.
(c) Tulip petals.
(d) Rubbing alcohol.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the nurse in Peace River Crossing tell Katherine when they meet?

2. What creature is a nuisance in spring and summer in the wilderness?

3. What is Mildred's fiancé's name?

4. How many of the local people die in the fire?

5. In Chapter 1, what does Katherine notice about the cattle she sees bundled along a fence?

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