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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does the narrator say she didn't "walk the rest" at the end of Chapter 4?
(a) She doesn't know who the procession is for.
(b) She is too busy with her work.
(c) She realizes that she is not a member of the community.
(d) She doesn't know the townspeople in the procession.

2. What do William and Mrs. Blackett do after supper?
(a) Sing a few songs.
(b) Take a carriage ride.
(c) Go for a walk.
(d) Make dessert.

3. What natural landscape influences life in the community?
(a) The lake.
(b) The ocean.
(c) The forest.
(d) The mountains.

4. What does the narrator find impressive about the Captain's retelling of Gaffett's story?
(a) His skepticism.
(b) His sense of nostalgia.
(c) His attention to detail.
(d) His bright eyes and vigor in storytelling.

5. What time of year does the story take place?
(a) Spring.
(b) Summer.
(c) Fall.
(d) Winter.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the narrator say about Gaffett's experience?

2. Where does the narrator go to write in Chapter 1?

3. What does the narrator notice about Captain Littlepage's reputation in Dunnet Landing?

4. Where does Mrs. Blackett live?

5. Who is William?

(see the answer key)

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