1. What does Deacon Simms suggest they do about the problem of snakes in the area?
(a) He says that they need to put out traps for them and relocate the snakes.
(b) He says that they should leave them alone since even snakes serve God's purpose.
(c) He says they need to cut down the weeds around town.
(d) He says they need to hold a prayer service to drive the snakes out of the area.

2. Why does Joe Clarke tell Marshal Lum Boger to save the mule bone?
(a) He needs to return it to Matt Brazzle.
(b) He wants to make sure that no one else uses it as a weapon.
(c) He needs it for evidence at the trial.
(d) He needs to return it to Joe Lindsay.

3. How does Joe Clarke respond to Deacon Simms' suggestion about the jail?
(a) He agrees and wants to hear more.
(b) He is offended and argues.
(c) He laughs because he thinks it must be a joke.
(d) He isn't sure, but agrees to bring it up at the next town meeting.

4. Who is Joe Clarke?
(a) He is the Methodist minister.
(b) He is one of the men in love with Daisy.
(c) He is the owner of the general store and the mayor of the town.
(d) He is the Baptist minister.

5. Why does Joe Clarke chase away the children who are playing in front of the store?
(a) They are noisy, and he cannot concentrate on his game.
(b) The children almost broke a window in his store.
(c) He does not really like children.
(d) It is getting late and their parents will expect them home.