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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. For how long after his return does Ben alternate between being human and being badger?

2. In Chapter Ten, how many horsemen does Ben see when he leaves the burrow for a drink?

3. As Chapter Eight opens, which of the following is NOT a reason Ben is having trouble sleeping?

4. What is the most surprising part of the changes in Ben for his family in Chapter Twelve?

5. Which of the following animals does Ben NOT observe while wandering away from the house in Chapter Seven?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe the change in the MacDonald family's behavior toward Ben after the incident with Burton's badger, and Ben's response to the change.

2. Why has Ben been unresponsive to his family until he is taken into the house after his rescue?

3. Why does John decide to use his prized rifle to mark the spot where he found Ben's shoe, as the rifle will certainly be ruined?

4. Describe the fight between Lobo, Ben, and the badger.

5. Describe the fight between Burton and William.

6. Why does the search team finally call off their search for Ben after two days?

7. Why does Ben go to such lengths to hide Lobo's body after the badger kills him?

8. Describe how Ben gets clean after his first night in the badger den.

9. What explains the badger's behavior in feeding Ben during Chapter Ten?

10. Describe Ben's appearance when John finds him and returns home.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Ben's relationship with his father evolves a number of times throughout the story. Analyze and discuss these changes and how the different stages of their relationship affects each of them. Use supporting information from the text.

Essay Topic 2

Ben communicates with humans and with animals, but does not completely communicate with either group. Compare and contrast Ben's communication methods between these groups and explain why he cannot communicate completely with either.

Essay Topic 3

Does the author present a realistic view of pioneer life, or is his version idealized to the point of being unbelievable? Include research to support your claim.

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