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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapter IV.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Karl rejected by the army?
(a) He is missing a thumb.
(b) His vision is not 20/20.
(c) His left leg is lame.
(d) He has flat feet.

2. To what does Old Abe attribute the fact that news travels fast?
(a) The Pony Express.
(b) The telephone.
(c) Newspapers.
(d) The telegraph.

3. Who is Karl Oskar's wife?
(a) Kristina.
(b) Inger.
(c) Brigit.
(d) Rose.

4. What does Karl dream of tilling on his claim?
(a) The orchard.
(b) The oak stand.
(c) The pine tree stand.
(d) The meadow.

5. How does Karl feel about being rejected by the army?
(a) Ashamed.
(b) Proud.
(c) Shocked.
(d) Hurt.

Short Answer Questions

1. What season is it when Part 1, Chapter IV begins?

2. Kristina had brought a seed from which type of tree to plant in America?

3. Karl argues that it is not sinful to __________________ in a war.

4. What nationality is the family whose story is told in "The Last Letter Home"?

5. Who tries to warn Sven to not move to Meeker County?

(see the answer key)

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