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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How much wood does Uncle David say they cut?
(a) About a hundred trees a day.
(b) About a hundred acres.
(c) He doesn't know.
(d) About a ten-mile square.

2. For what are the logs to be used?
(a) They'll be used for fencing.
(b) They'll be used to build a new barn.
(c) They'll be sold for extra money.
(d) They'll be used for firewood.

3. What is the purpose of soaking his helmet in a substance?
(a) It turns red.
(b) He is very strong.
(c) It is shiny.
(d) It is easier to put on.

4. What is Uncle David carrying when he returns from the granary?
(a) Two axes.
(b) A saw.
(c) A saddle.
(d) A shovel.

5. How long does it take to get Alen's body back to the camp?
(a) Two and a half hours.
(b) Two days and a night.
(c) Three days and three nights.
(d) Almost a week.

6. What does Alida ask David the first time he sees her?
(a) His dog's name.
(b) His name.
(c) Where he's from.
(d) How he's doing.

7. What does Alen think about the fact that the men are calling him Crazy Alen?
(a) He's angry.
(b) He doesn't care.
(c) He thinks it's funny.
(d) He tries to get even.

8. Why does David say he and Alida had to put off their planned trip to America?
(a) They couldn't save enough money.
(b) They were afraid to leave their families.
(c) There were no ships sailing in those days.
(d) She was expecting a child.

9. Why does Wayne say Eldon can't tell Uncle David they saw him with the log?
(a) Mother will be angry that they didn't stop him.
(b) Nels will be angry with Uncle David.
(c) It was only for Uncle David.
(d) Uncle David will be angry that they watched.

10. When are Wayne and Eldon allowed to use the axes that were once used by Uncle David and Nels?
(a) Only when their father was near.
(b) Only for chopping large pieces of wood.
(c) Only for chopping kindling.
(d) Never.

11. What is the joke Alen plays on the foreman?
(a) Sharpens his saw wrong.
(b) Blocks the outhouse door with a tree.
(c) Hides the man's boots.
(d) Sews the man's socks closed.

12. According to Uncle David, what was the reaction of the men once the cutting was finished?
(a) They were tired.
(b) They were relieved.
(c) They were happy.
(d) They were sad.

13. Why does David say he put the handkerchief on his head when he and Alida were married?
(a) To indicate he'd be a good husband.
(b) To keep the rice out of his hair.
(c) To keep the sawdust out of his hair.
(d) To cover a bad haircut.

14. When another man also wants the woman as his wife, how is the argument settled?
(a) Orud and the man fight.
(b) The woman chooses.
(c) Orud and the man draw straws.
(d) The other men on the ship decide.

15. How do the men get Alen's body from the camp to town?
(a) They roll him.
(b) In a wagon.
(c) In a casket.
(d) In a sleigh.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Uncle David, what is the story of the woodcutter really about?

2. What is the first story Uncle David tells that night?

3. Orud's helmet is soaked in ______________.

4. How does Wayne stop Eldon from leaving the barn?

5. What is the problem the foreman faces with getting Alen out of the cabin?

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