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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was James Reed's occupation?
(a) He ran a grocery store.
(b) Farmer
(c) He ran mills and made furniture.
(d) Lawyer

2. What was the Caw tribe like?
(a) They wondered what the travelers were doing.
(b) They were peaceful.
(c) They were hostile.
(d) They were wise and offered traveling advice.

3. Why did Sarah Keyes join the wagon train?
(a) She couldn't bear the thought of having her grandchildren leave her.
(b) She would have been homeless if she stayed there.
(c) She was ready for a new adventure.
(d) She wanted to see her son who lived out west.

4. How did Reed react to Clyman's message?
(a) He brushed off the warnings.
(b) He hugged the man for the good news.
(c) He started making weapons.
(d) He told everyone they should move out as quickly as possible.

5. What wild animal almost broke into the camp?
(a) Hog
(b) Buffalo
(c) Wolf
(d) Bear

Short Answer Questions

1. What happened to Virginia's aunt according to her stories?

2. Who helped with the chores?

3. How old was Virginia Elizabeth Backenstoe Reed when the family left Illinois?

4. How long did it take the group to prepare to travel?

5. How many wagons did each family have?

(see the answer key)

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