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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters XII - XIV.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why are Peter and his friend interested in telegraphs?
(a) They dream of the far-off places from which these telegraphs are sent and received.
(b) They want to learn how to run the telegraph machine.
(c) They want to send a telegraph to friends out east.
(d) They are good friends with the man sending telegraphs.

2. For how much money does Rose sell the old hides?
(a) $13.
(b) $23.
(c) $30.
(d) $300.

3. How does Chapter II begin?
(a) The narrator describes the wild west in which the story takes place.
(b) The narrator describes Phil and his brother, George.
(c) The narrator describes the Gordon family.
(d) The narrator describes the winds that blow through the town of Beech.

4. Once the Gordons purchase the old hotel in Beech, how is it now known?
(a) The Doctor's Office.
(b) The Red Mill.
(c) The Grist Mill.
(d) The Inn.

5. When does Phil say he will have Peter’s rope done?
(a) Next month.
(b) That evening.
(c) Within the week.
(d) Before he goes back to school.

Short Answer Questions

1. As the day of the Governor’s visit grows closer, why does George not want to invite any other guests?

2. What is NOT a reason why Phil greets the itinerate hay workers warmly?

3. How does Alma die?

4. Why is Herndon even busier than usual on the day George and Rose come to town?

5. Where do Johnny and Rose first meet?

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