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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6, Time of Thawing.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What windfall did Helen and Adrian Hoover get at the beginning of spring?
(a) A refund from the oil company.
(b) Checks from relatives.
(c) A bank error in their favor.
(d) A refund on their taxes.

2. What was the liquid which Adrian thought was oil?
(a) Varnish.
(b) Propane.
(c) Oil.
(d) Gasoline.

3. What happened to Adrian when he and Helen returned to Chicago?
(a) He fell ill.
(b) He injured his back.
(c) He got in a car accident.
(d) He fell.

4. What was Helen doing when she had an accident in the cabin?
(a) Chasing a mouse.
(b) Investigating a hole in the roof.
(c) Investigating a faulty trap door.
(d) Cutting onions.

5. What caused the fire?
(a) Grease on the stove.
(b) Creosote buildup.
(c) An oil lamp.
(d) A candle.

Short Answer Questions

1. When did Helen have to return to work?

2. What did Helen and Adrian Hoover do about the incident?

3. What did Adrian do to accommodate the change in temperature?

4. Who was with the driver of the other car?

5. What was Sven's recommendation after the storm?

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