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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Middle Ground stories.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the story "Victory," what country is the man visiting when he pretends to be an aristocrat?
(a) Poland.
(b) Spain.
(c) England.
(d) France.

2. With whom does the president discuss "the situation" of the Indians near his quarters?
(a) His wife.
(b) His secretary.
(c) His vice president.
(d) The senate.

3. Which of the following government officials does NOT arrive at the home of the two boys in "The Tall Men"?
(a) An investigator.
(b) A parson.
(c) A recruiter.
(d) A marshal.

4. Which of the following ailments plagues Lucius while he is out on the bear hunt?
(a) Shortness of breath.
(b) Coughing.
(c) Hiccups.
(d) Sneezing.

5. Which of the following lucky pendants does Dr Martino give to Louise to help her overcome her fears?
(a) A Saint Christopher.
(b) A four-leaf clover.
(c) A rabbit's foot.
(d) A shiny penny.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following statements is NOT true about Alec Gray?

2. In "A Bear Hunt," which part of the town do all the children think is haunted?

3. What is Sam Fathers' heritage in the story "A Justice"?

4. Which of the following statements is NOT true in the story "Wash"?

5. Where is the resort where the King family meets Jarrod?

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