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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter XXXVI - XXXIX.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Slade develop a reputation for being a fearless fighter?
(a) By taking on the union.
(b) By taking on the Indians.
(c) By taking on the army.
(d) By taking on the Pony Express.

2. What is the result of the first fight between Slade and Jules?
(a) They are both wounded.
(b) Slade is wounded.
(c) Neither is wounded.
(d) Jules is wonded.

3. What job has the narrator's brother been given for the state of Nevada?
(a) State Representative.
(b) Secretary of Treasury.
(c) Secretary of State.
(d) Governor.

4. Where does the narrator finally enjoy a great breakfast?
(a) Robinsonville.
(b) Horseshoe Lake.
(c) Green River.
(d) Pleasant Hill.

5. How much do the seats aboard the mail coach heading towards Carson City cost for the narrator and his brother?
(a) One hundred dollars total.
(b) One hundred and fifty dollars each.
(c) One hundred dollars each.
(d) One hundred and fifty dollars total.

Short Answer Questions

1. How long is the Great American Desert?

2. What gift does Capt. John Nye have?

3. As the narrator recounts, who is the stage carrying that the Goshoot Indians once attacked?

4. How many followers of the Governor does Mrs. O'Flannigan's ranch host?

5. How many pounds of luggage are the passengers allowed on the mail coach?

(see the answer key)

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