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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 9-10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is a firedamp?
(a) An appendage on a fireplace.
(b) A flammable gas.
(c) A wet rag.
(d) A firefighter.

2. The letter from the London lawyer states that the miners are to be free at the age of ________________.
(a) 13.
(b) 21.
(c) 16.
(d) 30.

3. Who does Jay Jamisson want to kill?
(a) His brother.
(b) His boss.
(c) His cousin.
(d) His father.

4. When can Esther leave Scotland?
(a) When the family house is sold.
(b) When she finishes her schooling.
(c) When she gets married.
(d) When Mack sends money for her.

5. Why does Sir George Jamisson want Robert to marry Lizzie?
(a) She is the most beautiful girl in the county.
(b) The Hallim estate is rich in coal.
(c) She will be easily taught how to run the business.
(d) Her family pedigree is fit for his son.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who of the following is NOT one of the last three people in the mines?

2. What news does Mack give to Jay?

3. Where is Mack taken after he is captured?

4. What surprises Lizzie about the mines?

5. What does Jay tell his father and brother about Mack?

(see the answer key)

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