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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through USFS 1919: The Ranger, the Cook, and a Hole in the Sky.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Norman and Paul's father do with them?
(a) Teaches them to play poker
(b) Teaches them the proper techniques of fly fishing
(c) Gives them driving lessons
(d) Shows them how to change the oil in the car

2. Why does Norman agree to gyppo instead of work for wages?
(a) He enjoys working outside.
(b) He has an entrepreneurial streak.
(c) He has never tried it before.
(d) He thinks he can make more money that way.

3. How does Norman spend most of his days?
(a) Blasting a road
(b) Digging ditches
(c) Cutting down trees
(d) Clearing debris

4. What does Norman use to break up rock?
(a) A pick
(b) Dynamite
(c) A backhoe
(d) Gunpowder

5. Why kind of personality does Jim have?
(a) He is very charming.
(b) He is difficult to get along with.
(c) He is quiet and shy.
(d) He is always laughing.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Norman take a job during the following summer?

2. How do Norman and Mr. Maclean react after the tragedy?

3. What does Jim eventually consider Norman to be?

4. Who does Neal's family think should take the blame for Neal's condition?

5. What do Norman and Paul convince their father to do the next day?

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