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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1 Chapter 5.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. From whom does John Bergson say his most intelligent child inherited that intelligence?
(a) His father.
(b) His mother.
(c) His wife.
(d) Himself.

2. What is John Bergson's occupation?
(a) Ferrier.
(b) Carpenter.
(c) Plumber.
(d) Farmer.

3. How long has Alexandra known Carl when he announces his move?
(a) 15 years.
(b) 10 years.
(c) 12 years.
(d) 5 years.

4. What does John say his wife misses most?
(a) The Old Country.
(b) Her music.
(c) Her mother.
(d) Her dead son.

5. How old is Emil at the beginning of the book?
(a) 5.
(b) 3.
(c) 6.
(d) 4.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Alexandra hope Emil will do when he is older?

2. Why does Alexandra want to keep her land when everyone else is leaving?

3. What does Ivar live next to?

4. How long does Alexandra take to look at the riverside property?

5. Whom does Alexandra ask to help her quiet Emil's cries at the beginning of the book?

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