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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 15-16.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the voice inside of Captain Kidd protest, when he worries about the girl in Chapter 8?
(a) "I’m too old for this."
(b) "We’re going to be killed."
(c) "I’ve already raised girls."
(d) "This is an absurd situation."

2. What does John Calley apologize to Captain Kidd for, as he helps him collect the dimes that were spilled by the fighting during Captain Kidd’s Durand reading?
(a) Turning him away from his hotel.
(b) Taking money from him on the road.
(c) Overcharging him for supplies.
(d) The rudeness of his townsmen.

3. Where does Captain Kidd park the Curative Waters wagon when he reaches Durand?
(a) A hotel.
(b) A stave mill.
(c) A tavern.
(d) A field on the edge of town.

4. What is the worst of the damage suffered by the Captain’s part, after the shootout at Carlyle Springs?
(a) Pasha’s lame leg.
(b) Johanna’s injured hand.
(c) The wagon’s thrown tie rod.
(d) His cut eye.

5. What is the state of Captain Kidd’s nerves after descending from the shootout at Carlyle Springs?
(a) Jumpy and distracted.
(b) Super alert.
(c) Preternaturally calm.
(d) Sluggish and heavy.

Short Answer Questions

1. What sign language sign does Johanna make when Captain Kidd pulls the stove out of the wagon?

2. What kind of gun is Captain Kidd armed with while he reads in Chapter 1?

3. What made Jefferson Kyle Kidd a good messenger?

4. What does Mrs. Gannet offer Johanna in Chapter 9 to win her over?

5. What does Captain Kidd feel compelled to do, when Almay offers him money for Johanna?

(see the answer key)

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