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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through December 1, 1884, through July 31, 1885.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Captain Elliot return something to Sarah when her family starts to settle?
(a) She saved the Army the cost of caring for the horses.
(b) He wants her to become educated.
(c) He cared too much for her mother.
(d) She was an example of patriotism.

2. Why is the man who performs Albert's marriage ceremony chosen?
(a) There is nobody else.
(b) He is a neutral party.
(c) There is no charge to use him.
(d) He is Albert's father's friend.

3. Where is Sarah's father shot?
(a) In the shoulder.
(b) In the leg.
(c) In the arm.
(d) In the stomach.

4. What does Clover die of?
(a) A scorpion bite.
(b) A spider bite.
(c) A snake bite.
(d) Scarlet fever.

5. What has Captain Elliot left the Army to become?
(a) A teacher.
(b) A Mountain Man.
(c) An Indian Guide.
(d) A Texas Ranger.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Savannah ask Sarah to teach her?

2. How old is Harlan at the beginning of the book?

3. What does Captain Elliot return to Sarah when the family starts to settle?

4. What does Ernest thank Sarah for?

5. How many travelers die on August 17th?

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