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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Woodcutter.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Eldon say he doesn't work as hard as the others in the family?
(a) He's still too young.
(b) He has to spend a lot of time studying.
(c) He does work as hard as anyone.
(d) He was sick when he was younger.

2. What is the expression on Alen's face when he dies?
(a) He's sad.
(b) He's smiling.
(c) He's frowning.
(d) He's peaceful.

3. What does Uncle David say Alida's hair is like?
(a) A horse's mane.
(b) Cornsilk and sunlight.
(c) Sunset and roses.
(d) Midnight and good dreams.

4. What is the reaction when Crazy Alen first starts playing jokes on the other men?
(a) The men are angry.
(b) The foreman threatens to fire him.
(c) The men try to come up with better jokes.
(d) The men laugh.

5. How long does Mother stay at the quilting bee at the end of fall?
(a) Four hours.
(b) Three hours.
(c) All day.
(d) Two hours.

Short Answer Questions

1. What are some of the troubles that strike the village after Orud's death?

2. What do the people of the village believe happens to the boats that sail from their port?

3. What is upstairs in the barn?

4. Why does Uncle David say the cows get excited when they are given silage?

5. When are Wayne and Eldon allowed to use the axes that were once used by Uncle David and Nels?

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