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

2. How did the Mormons respond to being attacked by Missourians in October, 1838?
(a) They prayed.
(b) They fought back.
(c) They tried to surrender.
(d) They fled.

3. According to Debbie Palmer, what made Elizabeth Smart an easy target for abduction?
(a) Her parents didn't pay any attention to her.
(b) She was very beautiful and kind.
(c) She was taught to be obedient and passive.
(d) She was angry with her parents.

4. After the Edmunds Tucker Act of 1887, what did fundamentalist believe a new prophet would bring?
(a) Money and celebrity for the church.
(b) A new promise land.
(c) The return of polygamy.
(d) A new take on government.

5. According to the Latter Day Saints, why did Moroni leave them gold?
(a) To support their cause.
(b) To offer to God.
(c) To help them through hard times.
(d) To use as bribes.

Short Answer Questions

1. After DeLoy was excommunicated, why did the Mormon Church try to sue him?

2. Joseph Smith is believed to have practiced ________.

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

4. Where is the Nephites' gold supposedly held?

5. At the School of the Prophets, what practice did Crossfield attempt to reinstate in his students?

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