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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 7, 8, and 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Deanna describes "prodigal summer" as what?
(a) The forest at its best.
(b) Extravagant procreation.
(c) A bounty of nature.
(d) Beautiful summer days.

2. What does Lusa wear to her husband's wake?
(a) A string of pearls that Cole had given her.
(b) An apron.
(c) A borrowed black dress.
(d) A black veil.

3. What does Garnett blame for the pests on his property?
(a) Too much rain.
(b) God.
(c) Nannie's organic methods.
(d) Weak soil.

4. Who befriends Lusa at her husband's wake?
(a) Mary Edna.
(b) Lois.
(c) Hannie-Mavis.
(d) Jewel.

5. What weapon does Deanna have hidden for protection?
(a) Knife.
(b) Rifle.
(c) Pistol.
(d) Axe.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Lusa use buckets to catch rainwater?

2. What does Garnett have a strong interest in?

3. Where does Nannie sell her produce?

4. What did Garnett, inadvertently, shoplift from the store?

5. What animal's scent does Deanna pick up in the forest?

(see the answer key)

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