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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Rondal's mother tell him when he goes to work in the mines?
(a) She knows it will kill him.
(b) She will not speak to him again.
(c) She is very proud of him.
(d) There is not enough room for him to live with her.

2. How does C.J.'s grandfather address him?
(a) By his nickname, CinJeff.
(b) By his initials.
(c) He always calls him grandson.
(d) By his full name.

3. Why does C.J. not think highly of Isom?
(a) He thinks Isom is stealing from him.
(b) He thinks Isom is incompetent.
(c) He believes Isom is cruel.
(d) He believes Isom lacks ambition.

4. What does Rondal ask the United Mineworkers for in a letter?
(a) Lower union dues.
(b) A position in the union headquarters.
(c) Better representation.
(d) An organizer.

5. What does Clabe do on Saturday after work?
(a) Gets drunk.
(b) Takes a bath.
(c) Goes hunting.
(d) Goes to town.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why did Rosa cry as a child?

2. What is Rondal's mother's goal for Kerwin?

3. What does Miles want to do when he finishes high school?

4. What does Miles tell Carrie about Lloyd?

5. What is the name of Carrie Bishop's family farm?

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