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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does a man in the bar tell the drummer about what is about to happen?
(a) "Jack will arrive and shoot Scratchy."
(b) "Scratchy will pass out on the porch of the bar."
(c) "There is going to be some shooting."
(d) "Someone will die."

2. What town has Jack traveled to?
(a) Amarillo.
(b) Ft. Houston.
(c) San Antonio.
(d) Tulsa.

3. Why did the groom give the pocket watch to his new bride?
(a) So she could keep time on the return trip home.
(b) A welcome present when he met her.
(c) So she would have some nice jewelry.
(d) As a wedding present.

4. How does the porter view the couple on the train?
(a) Lilke he is confused.
(b) Abruptly.
(c) Sweetly.
(d) With an air of superiority.

5. Where did Jack once shoot Scratchy?
(a) On his ear.
(b) In the foot.
(c) His arm.
(d) In the leg.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the bride's concern as she looks around the train car?

2. What is Scratchy known for?

3. Who is the only man on the train platform?

4. What time is it when the bride looks at her pocket watch?

5. How many times does the train stop while traveling across the state?

(see the answer key)

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