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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who was described as the relief effort's most resilient worker?
(a) Clara Barton.
(b) W. Horace Rose.
(c) John Hess.
(d) Daniel Peyton.

2. At what age did the Pittsburgh clubmen's new president and manager begin working on the railroad?
(a) 15.
(b) 20.
(c) 30.
(d) 25.

3. Which of the following places was not one of the refuge houses for flood victims?
(a) The telegraph tower.
(b) Dr. Lowman's house.
(c) The Presbyterian Church.
(d) Alma Hall.

4. Which of the following states had the International Red Cross NOT helped after natural disasters before Johnstown?
(a) Texas.
(b) Illinois.
(c) New York.
(d) Ohio.

5. What is the South Fork Creek described as being the perfect one of in Chapter 3?
(a) Flow.
(b) Spectacle.
(c) River.
(d) Torrent.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the Rev. T.H. Robinson busy doing during the flood in Chapter 4?

2. What falls down about 3:15 p.m. on the day of the flood, which causes a great stir in the crowd?

3. Who paid out of pocket for supplies after becoming exhausted from four straight days of relief work?

4. At what time do journalists going on foot or wagon reach New Florence in Chapter 6?

5. Who is the town's first choice for dictator?

(see the answer key)

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