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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 17 & 18.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Lally Two accidentally leave behind at the buffalo reserve when he climbs aboard the truck?
(a) His radio.
(b) His pillow.
(c) The rifle.
(d) The buffalo head trophy.

2. How did Teft manage to live his life as a petty thief without going to jail?
(a) He never stole more than would be missed by his victims.
(b) His mother took the blame for all his actions.
(c) His father covered up the crimes.
(d) The police in his home town didn't prosecute theft valued under $500.

3. After releasing the buffalo, why does Teft shoot his rifle?
(a) He accidentally misfires.
(b) To snap some wire.
(c) To warn the Bedwetters that trouble is coming.
(d) To stop a buffalo from attacking Lally Two.

4. Where did Cotton first learn about "bumping"?
(a) From a movie.
(b) At football practice.
(c) At church.
(d) At school.

5. Why don't the Bedwetters steal a car from a motel, as they had originally planned to do?
(a) Because there aren't any motels in their neighborhood.
(b) Because a late arriving guest blew their opportunity.
(c) Because all the motels they visit have empty parking lots.
(d) Because no one knows how to properly steal a car.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the final vote when the boys decide, as a group, whether or not they are ready to complete their quest?

2. Why did Goodenow threaten to kill himself over the summer?

3. In what state is this novel set?

4. Who do the Bedwetters imagine seeing them as they herd the buffalo toward the final fence?

5. At the time of the quest, how far away is the end of summer?

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