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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Three, Ruth.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What role did Nancy play in Jack's life?
(a) She guided him in running the farm.
(b) She acted as a substitute mother to him.
(c) She was his tutor since he couldn't attend school.
(d) She reminded him all of the things he did wrong with his life.

2. What is Mat's response to Margaret's suggestion regarding Jack?
(a) Jack would accept the offer immediately.
(b) Jack would hesitate, but then accept willingly.
(c) Jack would be relieved with the offer but would decline.
(d) Jack would be offended at the suggestion.

3. What is Jack's state of mind when Mat arrives at the store?
(a) A man Mat has never seen before is speaking with Jack.
(b) Jack is lecturing a group of men about farming.
(c) Jack is talking to his daughter in the store.
(d) Jack is lost in his thoughts.

4. Why did Jack work tirelessly on the farm?
(a) Because the slaves left.
(b) To make his father happy.
(c) To get everything back into shape and to pay off his family's debts.
(d) To his wife happy.

5. Who is Nancy?
(a) Jack's cousin.
(b) Jack's friend.
(c) Jack's wife.
(d) Jack's sister.

Short Answer Questions

1. What happens right before Jack decides to leave the store?

2. After his time off from working, how would Jack feel?

3. How did Jack feel about the mules?

4. What is significant about Jasper Lathrope's store?

5. Which of the following statements best describes the mules?

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