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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2 - Missouri.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How much was a cord of oak in Missouri?
(a) $4.
(b) $3.
(c) $2.
(d) $1.

2. Where in Missouri does Laura say they found fine houses and booming businesses?
(a) Alexandria.
(b) Springfield.
(c) Campbell.
(d) Battlefield.

3. Which of the following was NOT considered one of the "Miss" States to Rose at the beginning of the book?
(a) Missouri.
(b) Miss Dakota.
(c) Missconsin.
(d) Mississippi.

4. What color was the Wilder's make-shift wagon painted?
(a) Green.
(b) Black.
(c) Blue.
(d) White.

5. Why did the Cooleys want to take a more Westernly route?
(a) They wanted to get there faster.
(b) They wanted to avoid the hills.
(c) They wanted to see their relatives.
(d) They wanted to have more options.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was Almanzo's nickname?

2. What was the bridge across the Kansas River made out of?

3. How high was the temperature on the first day of the journey?

4. What kind of people lived in Stanton?

5. How much money did Rose's father earn while on jury duty?

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