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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What date did the Johnstown flood begin?
(a) June 1, 1889.
(b) May 30, 1862.
(c) June 2, 1862.
(d) May 31, 1889.

2. Where were the trains trying to get into Johnstown held because of trouble in Lilly?
(a) Mineral Point.
(b) East Conemaugh.
(c) Cresson.
(d) Stony Creek.

3. What is the name of the two section train that came into Johnstown from Chicago?
(a) Day Express.
(b) Limited.
(c) Night Owl.
(d) The Express.

4. At what time was there to be a parade in Johnstown that had to be canceled due to the weather?
(a) 1:00 p.m.
(b) 2:30 p.m.
(c) 6 a.m.
(d) 5:30 p.m.

5. What is the name of the family who reports say were awakened and frightened by a "rumbling, roaring sound"?
(a) Heidenfelter.
(b) Hastings.
(c) Quinn.
(d) Bidwell.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the first flood-related death ever in Johnstown?

2. What birthday is the United States ready to celebrate the year of the Johnstown flood?

3. What is the name of the reverend who turns out with his neighbors just before the first flood break?

4. What is the name of the Pittsburgh clubmen's president and manager in Chapter 3?

5. What is the name of the ticket agent that is asked for his advice on whether to send a warning to Pitcairn at the end of Chapter 3?

(see the answer key)

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