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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Robert say is his favorite thing to look at?
(a) His mother's face
(b) Pinky
(c) The sunset
(d) Snowflakes

2. What kind of bird does Robert notice circling in the sky?
(a) Red-tailed hawk
(b) Blackbird
(c) Vulture
(d) Eagle

3. What wild plant does Robert eat outside?
(a) Queen Anne's Lace
(b) Sunflower seeds
(c) Sweet potato blossoms
(d) Purple clover

4. What are Mr. Tanner's twin calves named?
(a) Thing 1 and Thing 2
(b) Tweedledee and Tweedledum
(c) Joe and Bo
(d) Bib and Bob

5. From where is the noise coming?
(a) A noon train
(b) A cow having trouble delivering a calf
(c) A meadow
(d) A neighbor girl

Short Answer Questions

1. What are Papa's plans for Robert on this day?

2. What religion does Robert's family belong to?

3. What does Mr. Tanner give to Robert as a gesture of thanks for saving his cow and delivering the calves?

4. In what subject has Robert received a D on his report card?

5. How does Robert describe his vision?

Short Essay Questions

1. What Shaker belief rules the building of Pinky's home?

2. What is Robert's odd behavior after the hawk catches a rabbit?

3. Explain Robert's observations about a hawk flying overhead.

4. What is the relationship between Robert and Pinky?

5. What is different about Robert's clothes?

6. Describe Robert's appreciation for his simple meal of succotash and milk.

7. How is Robert injured in his encounter with the cow?

8. Why is Robert not offended by the stench of animal slaughtering on his father?

9. How does everyone at the farm view the birth of the new kittens?

10. According to Robert's father, what role do fences play in life for both humans and animals?

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