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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. How does Scratchy's little fingers move with the revolvers?
(a) Llike a seamstress.
(b) Like a musician's.
(c) Like a cat.
(d) Like an owl.

3. Why does the man on the platform not notice Jack and his wife?
(a) He is getting the water for the train.
(b) He is shoveling coal for the train.
(c) He is loading wood for the train.
(d) He is asleep.

4. On their wedding day, where does the couple eat?
(a) In Yellow Sky.
(b) In the dining car.
(c) In San Antonio.
(d) Sack lunches on the train.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who else would wear boots like Scratchy's ?

2. What town has Jack traveled to?

3. What does the porter do to make the exit from the train easier?

4. What is Scratchy like when he is drunk?

5. As Scratchy is approaching the bar, one man in the bar wishes Jack were home. How does he express that?

(see the answer key)

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