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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does the author describe the town through Scratchy's mind?
(a) It is a joke to him.
(b) It is dangerous to him.
(c) It is a toy for him.
(d) It is wearing for him.

2. What does the man tell the drummer as he walks into the bar about what will happen in the town?
(a) Scratchy will kill the dog."
(b) Scratchy will shoot up this bar."
(c) "Scratchy will shoot up everyon in the town."
(d) "For the next few hours this town won't be a health resort."

3. What is the bride's concern as she looks around the train car?
(a) Money.
(b) The danger.
(c) The reflective mirrors.
(d) Tripping over her dress.

4. Who is Jack Potter in the mind of Scratchy?
(a) His friend.
(b) His mentor.
(c) His father.
(d) His ancient antagonist.

5. What happens to the husband as they approach Yellow Sky?
(a) He becomes restless.
(b) He starts crying.
(c) He has a nervous laugh.
(d) He begins to pace.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the bartender do when he hears about Scratchy?

2. What defining features do Scratchy's boots have?

3. What does the porter do when he sees them run from the train?

4. What do the objects across the street from the bar resemble?

5. Why does the man on the platform not notice Jack and his wife?

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