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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 4, Chapters 21 - 22.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Krakauer explains that many Christians converted to Mormonism because of __________________.
(a) They were forced to convert.
(b) The corruption of other religions.
(c) The promises of wealth and fame.
(d) Its modern approach to religion.

2. How did non-Mormons feel about the beliefs printed in the Book of Mormon?
(a) Indifferent.
(b) Offended.
(c) Interested.
(d) Elated.

3. What did Rulon Jeffs believe about himself?
(a) He was meant to have many sons.
(b) He would be the ultimate prophet of the LDS.
(c) He was the chosen one.
(d) He was not as great as his father.

4. Krakauer uses direct quotes from the _____________.
(a) Laffertys' diaries.
(b) New York Times.
(c) Salt Lake Tribune.
(d) Chicago Sun Times.

5. Why did Mormons join the Confederacy?
(a) They wanted to keep their slaves.
(b) They liked the South.
(c) They were paid to join.
(d) They were against the United States government.

Short Answer Questions

1. Joseph Smith is believed to have practiced ________.

2. According to the Latter Day Saints, why did Moroni leave them gold?

3. Why did the Illinois governor order a cease-fire?

4. What effect did the strict regulations on sex in fundamentalist communities have, according to Debbie?

5. What does Krakuer explain is his larger objective in the story of the Laffertys?

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