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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Three, Ruth.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which phrase best describes the beginning of Jack's marriage to his wife?
(a) Founded on love.
(b) Founded on respect.
(c) Match made in heaven.
(d) Flawed from the start.

2. After his time off from working, how would Jack feel?
(a) Anxious and regretful.
(b) Lazy.
(c) Rested and relaxed.
(d) Angry.

3. When did Jack buy his team of mules?
(a) Only five years ago.
(b) Just after he got married.
(c) Long before he every had the family home.
(d) Shortly after he took possession of his family's home.

4. How did Jack's family feel about the Civil War?
(a) They believed strongly in the institution of slavery.
(b) They were vehemently opposed to slavery.
(c) They had little stake in keeping slavery around, but fought to defend the South from the North.
(d) They wanted the South to win because they needed slaves to work their land.

5. What did Jack do during his time off?
(a) Go to a dance or social gathering.
(b) Read.
(c) Listen to the radio.
(d) Exercise.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Mat find when he returns home from the Berlew's house?

2. In Jack's memory of the mules, how old is Mat?

3. What does Mat's wife, Margaret, suggest to Mat regarding Jack?

4. Which of the following statements best describes the mules?

5. How does Jack feel about all of the reminiscing that he does?

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