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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2 - Missouri.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What city was the biggest they all saw in Nebraska?
(a) Battle Creek.
(b) Ainsworth.
(c) Lincoln.
(d) Corn Husker.

2. How much was an acre of land selling for in Beldon, Nebraska?
(a) $15.
(b) $25.
(c) $35.
(d) $45.

3. What caused the banks to collapse in the place where Rose was born?
(a) Small population.
(b) High rate of inflation.
(c) Robberies.
(d) Foreclosures.

4. What color was the Wilder's make-shift wagon painted?
(a) Black.
(b) Green.
(c) Blue.
(d) White.

5. What did Laura joke about when she heard cowbells?
(a) They ran off the other emigrants.
(b) They were welcoming her home.
(c) They were creating a new hymn.
(d) They were playing her favorite song.

Short Answer Questions

1. What got lost on August 5th?

2. What kind of people lived in Stanton?

3. Where in Missouri does Laura say they found fine houses and booming businesses?

4. Where did Sherwin end up settling himself in Missouri?

5. What was Laura's maiden name?

(see the answer key)

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