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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. For what reason is Ben eager to start school?
(a) To learn about animals.
(b) To learn history.
(c) To learn how to read.
(d) To learn about math.

2. Normally the badger is a nocturnal animal. Why was she out during the day she encountered Ben?
(a) She is unable to sleep because her babies are too loud.
(b) She smells Ben and is curious to find out what he is.
(c) She needs a great deal of food to produce milk.
(d) She knows a storm is coming and needs to hunt early.

3. What reaction do the neighbors say Ben's siblings have when they attempt to discuss Ben with them?
(a) They are uncomfortable and don't want to talk about him.
(b) They shrug and say they don't know what's wrong with him.
(c) They avoid the neighbors in the first place.
(d) They admit Ben is odd and laugh.

4. As Chapter Four opens, which of the following reasons does the author NOT say kept the badger from attacking Ben?
(a) She is stronger than he.
(b) He is small.
(c) She was frightened of him.
(d) He is defenseless.

5. At the end of Chapter Three, William comments on what behavior from Ben?
(a) He's quieter than ever.
(b) He's smiling to himself.
(c) He's rude.
(d) He's doesn't stop talking through the meal.

Short Answer Questions

1. When did William first meet the neighbor?

2. At the end of Chapter One, what animal is Ben following?

3. As Chapter One opens, what animal is Ben MacDonald following?

4. What kind of bird inspired the MacDonalds to name their farm site Hawk's Hill?

5. The female badger has a scar on her right ear as a result of fighting what animal?

(see the answer key)

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