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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How much older than Jamie is Henry?
(a) 2 years.
(b) 15 years.
(c) 20 years.
(d) 5 years.

2. What kind of unit is Ronsel in when he is called to fight?
(a) Cavalry unit.
(b) Parachute unit.
(c) Tank unit.
(d) Bomber unit.

3. Why did Henry buy something after his brother-in-law died?
(a) To advance his career.
(b) To get away from his family.
(c) To support his niece.
(d) To be close to his sister.

4. Who is Henry digging a grave for at the beginning of the book?
(a) His brother.
(b) His uncle.
(c) His father.
(d) His grandfather.

5. Why can't Florence go home after treating Laura's children?
(a) The bridge is washed out.
(b) It is dark.
(c) The town is too far away.
(d) It is contagious.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why was Henry not eligible for the draft?

2. What does Laura hire Florence to do for her?

3. What did Ronsel hope to do when he joined the military?

4. What does Jamie often ask Henry about?

5. How did Laura describe Henry's family when she met them?

Short Essay Questions

1. How are all the first chapters of this book formatted?

2. Why did Henry want to buy a farm?

3. Why does Henry almost throw the Atwoods off their property?

4. How did Hap break his leg?

5. Why does Hap think his mule broke his leg?

6. What is the biggest obstacle standing in the way of the Jackson's goal?

7. Why does Dr. Turpin make things worse for Hap and his injury?

8. What does Florence do in the farm house that makes Laura uncomfortable?

9. What did Mr. MacAllans make Hap do while he was recovering?

10. What does Hap say to explain gunshots heard on the property one night?

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