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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 7, Chapter 6 | Book 7, Chapter 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When they arrive at the cabin, where is Pricey?
(a) Critically injured from a beating
(b) Asleep in their bed
(c) Reading
(d) At the local tavern

2. Lyman is thinking about his wife in this chapter. What is her name?
(a) Susan
(b) Ada
(c) Ellen
(d) Lizzie

3. What job offer does Oliver finally take?
(a) Superintendent of the New Almaden Mine
(b) Hunting guide for Teddy Roosevelt
(c) Accompanying John Wesley Powell in the Geographical Survey
(d) Teacher in Boise

4. As the irrigation project becomes less and less of a reality, Susan writes and illustrates more. What does Oliver do to relieve his frustration?
(a) Learns another language
(b) Finds another woman
(c) Builds another house
(d) Drinks heavily

5. Who does Susan kiss in error upon her and Ollie's arrival in Leadville?
(a) Frank Sargeant
(b) Lizzie
(c) Mrs. Elliott
(d) Mr. King

Short Answer Questions

1. Oliver is offered a mining job in another country - which one?

2. There is trouble in Leadville with Oliver's claim. What has happened?

3. What observations does Shelley share with Lyman about his grandfather?

4. What does Susan encourage Oliver to do instead of moving their family to another country?

5. What does Susan ask of Oliver that he cannot give her?

(see the answer key)

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