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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Scratchy want at the Weary Gentleman?
(a) The drummer.
(b) A drink.
(c) The dog.
(d) The barkeeper.

2. What was Jack's instinct when he is confronted by Scratchy?
(a) He doesn't move.
(b) He loosens his arm from his wife.
(c) He pushes his wife away.
(d) He pulls his wife to him.

3. Why is Jack not armed on his wedding day?
(a) Because guns scare his new wife, and she asked him not to wear them.
(b) Because he left in such a hurry, he forgot his gun.
(c) Because guns were not allowed on the train, and Jack hasn't rearmed himself yet,
(d) Because he believes such an occasion does not call for it.

4. Who is the only man on the train platform?
(a) The station agent.
(b) The drummer.
(c) The deputy marshal.
(d) The barkeeper.

5. What is the drummer feeling as danger approaches?
(a) Increasing bewilderment and anxiety.
(b) Terror.
(c) Bravery.
(d) A sense of fun.

Short Answer Questions

1. When the man comes to the door of the bar with his warning, what does the drummer ask him to do?

2. What do the men in the bar say as they hear Scratchy approaching?

3. How does Jack introduce his wife to Scratchy?

4. When Scratchy confronts Jack, how much does Jack move backwards?

5. Why does Jack remain so secretive?

(see the answer key)

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