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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. As the story begins, when does Mother say she will return to the house?
(a) When Father tells her why the minister is there.
(b) When Father tells her why the men are digging.
(c) When Sammy arrives home.
(d) When Father tells her to return to the house.

2. What is the state of Mother's mind after Father leaves the farm?
(a) Looking for distraction.
(b) Convincing herself that she should be submissive to her husband.
(c) Thinking only of Nanny.
(d) In constant thought.

3. What else does Mother prepare for Father before he has to leave the farm?
(a) His money.
(b) The horse.
(c) Shaving supplies.
(d) Food grown on their farm with which to sell in town.

4. After she voices her opinion on the state of the house and barn, what is Mother's reaction to Father's response?
(a) She is happy.
(b) She is content.
(c) She is silent.
(d) She is extremely angry.

5. What is the second question Mother asks Sammy?
(a) Is Father planning to build a new house?
(b) Is Father planning to purchase additional cows?
(c) Is Father planning to sell their livestock?
(d) Is Father planning to go into town?

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Sammy go before Father can assign more chores?

2. Considering the statement Mother makes after Father leaves the farm, to where does Mother believe their family is headed?

3. Why is "The Revolt of 'Mother'" typical of this author's writing?

4. When Sammy leaves in Section 2, where does Nanny go?

5. What is the best description of the house Adoniram and Sarah Penn own?

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