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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through January 13, 1882, through July 4, 1882.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How old is Ernest when he loses a leg?
(a) 18.
(b) 19.
(c) 16.
(d) 17.

2. Why does the family settle by a certain creek?
(a) They think their trees will grow well there.
(b) Mother had dreamed that place.
(c) Sarah thinks it looks like a place her father would love.
(d) They are tired of traveling.

3. What does Ernest brag about when he is with the other men?
(a) His tolerance for pain.
(b) His shooting ability.
(c) His tracking ability.
(d) His intelligence.

4. How does Mother's courter talk to her?
(a) Affectionately.
(b) Gently.
(c) Timidly.
(d) Passionately.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Sarah's last name?

2. What is the name of the horse Sarah breaks in?

3. What does Captain Elliot do during the Indian attack?

4. Who is The Duchess of Warwick?

5. Why does Sarah plan to hide her dogs from the men?

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