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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 4, Chapters 24 - 26.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. According to Krakauer, why is it difficult for young girls to break away from abusive marriages in fundamentalist communities?
(a) There is strict security in the communities.
(b) The girls are raised to comply.
(c) The police are also polygamists.
(d) The girls are very attached to their families.

3. What effect did the strict regulations on sex in fundamentalist communities have, according to Debbie?
(a) Sexual assault was common amongst teens.
(b) Sexual assault was rare and severely punished.
(c) People were afraid of their husbands.
(d) People were much more at ease.

4. What relevance did Knapp and Carnes have in the murders?
(a) They organized it.
(b) They called the police.
(c) They were present.
(d) They tried to protect Brenda.

5. According to Krakauer, how do many people view Dan's relationship with God?
(a) They feel he was loyal to Satan.
(b) They feel he was a true believer.
(c) They feel he should have been given more authority in the church.
(d) They feel he was just misguided.

Short Answer Questions

1. How did Smith convince Emma to support his polygamist marriage?

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

3. Why did the LeBaron bothers go on a killing spree?

4. According to Krakauer, why was the search for Ruby Jessop less thorough than for Elizabeth Smart?

5. What question does Krakauer claim he will answer in "Under the Banner of Heaven"?

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