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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What is Scratchy's reaction when he misses the piece of paper?
(a) He yells in anger.
(b) He laughes.
(c) He cusses at himself.
(d) He shoots again and again.

3. When he fires at the paper, how much does he miss it by?
(a) A foot.
(b) A 1/2 inch.
(c) A mile.
(d) A yard.

4. How many times does the train stop while traveling across the state?
(a) Ten.
(b) Four.
(c) Six.
(d) Two.

5. What does the man say who enters the bar?
(a) That Scratchy Wilson is drunk.
(b) That Jack's new bride has arrived.
(c) That Scratchy just came in on the train.
(d) That Jack is returning on the train.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does the dog go to avoid Scratchy?

2. As Scratchy approaches, one man gestures toward the barkeep for something. What does he want?

3. What does the dog do when he finally sees Scratchy?

4. What is Scratchy known for?

5. Who has never been on a train before?

(see the answer key)

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