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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 4, Chapter 4 | Book 4, Chapter 5.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is Marian Prouse?
(a) Augusta's brother
(b) Oliver's sister
(c) An author Susan admires
(d) The genteel woman sent from Oliver's family in Connecticut to assist Susan in New Almaden with the new baby.

2. Why was Thomas Hudson a frail and sickly man?
(a) He had been injured in the war.
(b) He had cancer
(c) He was a vegetarian
(d) He abused alcohol

3. What is a recurring plot device used by the author?
(a) Several points of view
(b) Flashback
(c) Letters from Susan to Augusta and others which move the story along and let readers know what has happened.
(d) Symbolism

4. Why is Susan intent upon Oliver pursuing a career other than mining?
(a) She wants her family to have a permanent home, as Augusta and Thomas have
(b) Susan wants to travel
(c) She is allergic to mine dust
(d) Susan thinks engineering is boring

5. What is Oliver's mining job after Deadwood?
(a) Leadville, Colorado
(b) Bolivia
(c) Milton NY
(d) Mexico

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is everyone concerned about Larry being around Shelley?

2. What reason does Augusta give Susan for disliking Oliver?

3. How does Susan deal with her frustration?

4. Where do Susan and the baby go when he takes the job?

5. What was the weather like on the trip to New Almaden?

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