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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3, The Hired Man and Other People.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "Birches," Frost says that the ice on the trees looks like the dome of _________ has cracked.
(a) Heaven.
(b) The sky.
(c) A cathedral.
(d) Stars.

2. "Blueberries" deals with the life and economy of whom?
(a) Herders.
(b) Teachers.
(c) Ranchers.
(d) Farmers.

3. In "Brown's Descent" what do the village people use to follow the farmer's actions?
(a) His lantern.
(b) His shadow.
(c) His noises.
(d) His webcam.

4. Who is moving into the house in "The Investment?"
(a) A small family.
(b) A young couple.
(c) A group of college students.
(d) An older couple.

5. "The Witch of Coos" is written from the perspective of whom?
(a) The townspeople.
(b) The hosts.
(c) A visitor.
(d) The victim.

Short Answer Questions

1. Frost contrasts the bent birches in "Birches" to what?

2. In "An Old Man's Winter Night," what does the moon leave on the snow that makes the man think that it is nicer than the sun?

3. How old was Frost when he was first published?

4. According to "Blueberries," what bird's name is pronounced with the accent on the second syllable?

5. At the beginning of "Two Tramps in Mudtime," what is Frost doing outdoors?

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