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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Spotted Horses, Pages 36 - 63.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Doctor Varner still believe the horses were a good purchase, even though they all got away?
(a) Because they provided a good laugh.
(b) Because they brought him business.
(c) Because they taught the farmers a financial lesson.
(d) Because they provided good exercise for their owners.

2. Who is Hipps' partner in moving the horses to Mississippi?
(a) Eck.
(b) Snopes.
(c) Wallstreet.
(d) Ratcliff.

3. How much is the gift worth that Snopes gives to Henry's wife?
(a) A dollar.
(b) A quarter.
(c) A nickel.
(d) A dime.

4. What do the farmers believe is the biggest benefit of purchasing a Texas horse?
(a) They are cheap.
(b) They are strong.
(c) They are easily broken.
(d) They live long lives.

5. Which of the following adjectives does Hipps use to describe the temperament of his wild horses?
(a) Wily.
(b) Sly.
(c) Tricky.
(d) Clever.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following families will NOT be able to plant their crops this year due to the damage from the wild horses?

2. Where do the wild horses cut Hipp during a fight?

3. What does Hipps use to restrain the wild horses while he is transporting them to the auction?

4. What part of Hipps' clothing outfit is split in half by a wild horse during the auction?

5. Where does Henry's wife confront Snopes about the money she is owed from the horse auction?

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