Depression Era Literature Quiz
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What were the women's concerns about selling off their possessions?

  • They feared not getting a fair price for the items.
  • They were worried about the emotional attachment to the past. (correct)
  • They were concerned about the physical effort required to sell the items.
  • They were worried about being left with junked lives.
  • Why did the men decide to sell off the farm tools and equipment?

  • To make money for their journey to the west.
  • Due to a fella's suggestion to sell for profit.
  • Because they no longer had any use for the items. (correct)
  • To upgrade to more modern agricultural equipment.
  • What was the sentiment associated with selling off the old farm tools?

  • Reluctance due to sentimental value.
  • Indifference towards the belongings.
  • Excitement for a fresh start in the west.
  • Regret and nostalgia for the past. (correct)
  • What was the main reason given for not being able to sell certain items back?

    <p>High cost of transportation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the phrase 'junked lives' refer to in the text?

    <p>Destroyed hopes and dreams of the farmers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the speaker warning the buyer about when referring to 'buying bitterness'?

    <p>Acquiring possessions that will lead to self-destruction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the speaker suggest the buyer is purchasing when mentioning 'the team and wagon'?

    <p>An instrument of hard work and dedication</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What contrasting qualities are highlighted in the description of the 'off horse' and the 'near horse'?

    <p>One is slow while the other is fast</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do the tenant men do after returning from their encounter with the buyer?

    <p>Walk back solemnly with heads down</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the speaker imply about the possibility of starting over in the new rich land?

    <p>'Starting over' is an unattainable dream</p> Signup and view all the answers

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