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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part I (Pages 1 - 72, Chapters 1 - 7).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of George's neighbors used to own slaves?
(a) Michael Timlon.
(b) Ted Morton.
(c) Franklin Linton.
(d) Richard Henton.

2. Who is George's wife?
(a) Jane.
(b) Renee.
(c) Helen.
(d) Isabelle.

3. What has George waited to tell his wife?
(a) That their son is dead.
(b) That he is sick.
(c) That the mule died.
(d) That they are losing the house.

4. What is George making for breakfast for himself when he is interrupted by a visitor in Chapter 6?
(a) Eggs.
(b) Porridge.
(c) Sausage.
(d) Bacon.

5. Who barely speaks in Chapter 1?
(a) George.
(b) Helen.
(c) Prentiss.
(d) Landry.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Prentiss really want George to be quiet?

2. What was the name of the land where Prentiss and Landry used to work?

3. What does someone try to steal from the clothesline in Chapter 2?

4. Who is Isabelle's brother?

5. What war is just ending?

(see the answer key)

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