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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Two: Chapters I-III.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. For how long had Andrews been traveling before stopping in Butcher's Crossing?
(a) 2 days.
(b) 1 week.
(c) 2 months.
(d) 2 weeks.

2. How long ago does Miller say the hunt took place that resulted in the pile of buffalo bones?
(a) No more than one month.
(b) No more than two years.
(c) Just under one year.
(d) No more than three months.

3. McDonald asks Andrews for a favor before he leaves McDonald's presence. What is it?
(a) McDonald asks Andrews to tell his father hello on McDonald's behalf.
(b) McDonald asks Andrews to let him know if Andrews is going to be leaving on a hunting expedition.
(c) McDonald asks Andrews for a small loan.
(d) McDonald asks Andrews to bring news of Butcher's Crossing back to Boston.

4. What is NOT a quality of Andrews's character by noon on the first day of the expedition?
(a) His head is pounding.
(b) The flesh on his thighs is rubbed raw.
(c) He has vomited twice.
(d) His buttocks are numb.

5. How is the protagonist's facial complexion described?
(a) Swarthy.
(b) Fair.
(c) Pockmarked.
(d) Freckled.

Short Answer Questions

1. Miller tells Andrews that buffalo move toward a watering hole in what manner?

2. On what day of the expedition does the hunting party find a pile of buffalo bones?

3. What sort of luggage does John Williams describe being carried by the protagonist on his trip to Butcher's Crossing?

4. When the hunting party camps on the open prairie, how much water is left after they allow the horses and oxen to drink?

5. When Andrews finds a hotel room, how much does the room cost per night?

(see the answer key)

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