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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Rawlins throw up in the air for the kid to shoot?
(a) A rock
(b) His plate
(c) A bottle
(d) His wallet

2. What is John Grady's response when Rawlins asks if it is possible to believe in heaven without believing in hell?
(a) No
(b) That a person can believe whatever they want
(c) He says he doesn't know
(d) Yes

3. What does Blevins say is the strangest thing he ever ate?
(a) Mountain oysters
(b) Grub worms
(c) Jack rabbit
(d) Raw oysters

4. How old is John?
(a) Sixteen
(b) Seventeen
(c) Twenty-one
(d) Twenty-six

5. How many men are in the first group of Mexicans on horseback John Grady, Rawlins and the kid meet on their way across the country?
(a) Fourteen
(b) Three
(c) Five
(d) Eight

Short Answer Questions

1. Where do the boys next see Blevins' pistol?

2. What do John and Rawlins have for their first meal on their trip?

3. What does Blevins have in his possession the morning after the thunderstorm?

4. Who is it that stops John and asks if they can be friends just before he leaves San Angelo?

5. What personal information is required of John Grady and Rawlins once they are hired at the ranch?

(see the answer key)

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