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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter XL - XLVIII.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is noted as particularly impressive about the style of the book?
(a) Only its longevity.
(b) Its vocabulary, descriptions, and longevity.
(c) Only its vocabulary.
(d) Only its descriptions.

2. As they are having breakfast, what does Slade offer the narrator?
(a) The first cup of coffee.
(b) The last two eggs.
(c) The last cup of coffee.
(d) The first two eggs.

3. How does Slade develop a reputation for being a fearless fighter?
(a) By taking on the Indians.
(b) By taking on the Pony Express.
(c) By taking on the army.
(d) By taking on the union.

4. Why did one of the Germans give their map to Mr. Whiteman?
(a) He had heard of Mr. Whiteman's reputation.
(b) He trusted Mr. Whiteman.
(c) He owed Mr. Whiteman money.
(d) He was losing his mind.

5. What species feed around Mono Lake?
(a) Rabbits.
(b) Reptiles.
(c) Birds.
(d) Squirrels.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many soldiers do the travelers encounter at Fort Bridger?

2. What is the only living thing in Mono Lake?

3. How are the names given to the accumulated claims described?

4. What is the result of the first fight between Slade and Jules?

5. While the narrator is in Virginia, how is a person's reputation determined?

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