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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When does Billy Buck first go into the ranch house every day?
(a) Whenever he wants to; he has a key.
(b) When it is time for daily prayer.
(c) When Mrs. Tiflin rings the iron triangle.
(d) When he discusses finances with the Tiflins.

2. How is Jody's character first described?
(a) As loud and obnoxious.
(b) As very naughty.
(c) As obedient and shy.
(d) As spoiled and rich.

3. How does Jody's mom feel about his dedication to the red pony?
(a) She is angry that it keeps him from his chores.
(b) She is proud.
(c) She doesn't really care one way or the other.
(d) She is angry that it keeps him from school.

4. How do the cow-pumpkins look when the novel first opens?
(a) They are green and small.
(b) They are large and ready for harvesting.
(c) They are still too small to see.
(d) They are enormous and expected to win a prize at the state fair.

5. Who is Smasher?
(a) Jody -- it's his nickname.
(b) Jody's pet cat.
(c) The name of the bull on the ranch.
(d) One of Jody's dogs.

Short Answer Questions

1. How high is the corn when the novel first opens?

2. Who is Billy Buck?

3. How does Jody get to school?

4. Where are pigs prepared for slaughter and slaughtered on the ranch?

5. How is Billy's horse often described?

(see the answer key)

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