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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, Chapters 12 - 13.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Krakauer, why was the search for Ruby Jessop less thorough than for Elizabeth Smart?
(a) Ruby's parents told the police not to.
(b) Ruby was poor.
(c) Ruby was born into a polygamist family.
(d) Ruby ran away.

2. Why were the Mormons permitted to settle in Illinois?
(a) They were good farmers and businessmen.
(b) The state was under Mormon leadership.
(c) They convinced the governor it was holy.
(d) The state was trying to increase its population.

3. Why couldn't Smith read the inscription on the gold plates?
(a) It was worn.
(b) It was too bright out.
(c) It was written in Egyptian.
(d) It was written in old English.

4. After loosing 116 pages of the transcribed text from the gold plates, what was the only way Smith said he could view them again?
(a) If he paid Moroni.
(b) If he went to the mountain.
(c) If he prayed ten times a day.
(d) If he married Emma Harris.

5. What is the purpose of the facts Krakauer provides?
(a) It enhances his credibility.
(b) It gives credit to the contributors.
(c) It serves as a backdrop.
(d) It adds extra bulk to the book.

Short Answer Questions

1. How did the Mormons respond to being attacked by Missourians in October, 1838?

2. What is the key difference Krakauer cites between the Bible and the Book of Mormon?

3. Although Law's actions against Smith had little effect on Smith's power, what did it affect?

4. How was Smith finally able to read the gold plates?

5. How did Dan remember his childhood?

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