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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 14, Death of the Old Man through Chapter 19, Kansas to Missouri.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is Red Ginter?
(a) One of the stars on their team.
(b) A local boy Henry and his brother choose for their team.
(c) A star on the rival's team.
(d) A boy's father.

2. What does Henry tell Myra about the fact that amenities are missing in the building?
(a) They can't afford anything nicer than this.
(b) He wants the experience of living among poor people.
(c) It is the start of their life of voluntary simplicity.
(d) There are no other places available at the time.

3. Why did Henry begin hitchhiking?
(a) He didn't have any money, but wanted to get out of his hometown.
(b) His car broke down and it was the only way to get home.
(c) It was an effective way to avoid getting drafted, if no one could find him.
(d) If he was going to die for his country, he wanted to see it first.

4. Who is Don Williams?
(a) A gun dealer.
(b) A soldier.
(c) A doctor.
(d) A hitch-hiker.

5. What is Myra's response to Henry's new job?
(a) Fury.
(b) Indifference.
(c) Delight.
(d) Sadness.

Short Answer Questions

1. What kind of school does Henry Lightcap attend?

2. What field was Henry studying?

3. Who is Elaine?

4. When is Henry let go from his job?

5. When did Henry begin hitchhiking?

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