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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters IV - VI.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Chapter V begins when George finds Rose crying. How does he respond?
(a) He begins to cry as well.
(b) He coughs nervously and leaves her alone.
(c) He pats her arm to offer some comfort.
(d) He gives her a hug.

2. What year does the important cattle drive at the beginning of the story take place?
(a) 1925.
(b) 1945.
(c) 1924.
(d) 1900.

3. What is wrong with the windmill mentioned at the beginning of Chapter II?
(a) It is facing the wrong way, so it can never catch the wind.
(b) It long ago detached itself and serves no purpose but to squeak and annoy neighbors.
(c) It will not turn, therefore it does not serve any purpose.
(d) It is always spinning too fast and causes fear that it will fly off.

4. How does Alma die?
(a) Tuberculosis.
(b) AIDS.
(c) Cancer.
(d) Leukemia.

5. How does Rose respond when she learns she will be playing the piano for the governor and his wife?
(a) She secretly panics.
(b) She is excited.
(c) She is a bit nervous.
(d) She cannot believe her luck.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does the Old Lady believe that she and the Old Gent should be present at George’s wedding?

2. How does Peter feel at his new school and boarding house?

3. What does Rose admit to George about her feelings for him?

4. Why is Peter happy with his mother’s marriage?

5. When does George arrive home in the snow storm in Chapter IV?

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