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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why can't Scratchy believe that Jack is unarmed?
(a) Because men are only unarmed while working.
(b) Because men are only unarmed around children.
(c) Because no man in Texas is unarmed.
(d) Because men are only unarmed while gardening.

2. At first, the drummer refuses to come behind the bar. Why?
(a) He wants to be able to make a break for the door.
(b) He wants to shoot at Scratchy.
(c) He wants to bring the dog in.
(d) He wants to see Scratchy.

3. In the drummer's story, what was the woman carrying up the stairs?
(a) Linens.
(b) Coal.
(c) Wood.
(d) Her shoes.

4. How does the couple feel about each other?
(a) They really don't like each other.
(b) They are poilite to each other.
(c) They are in love.
(d) They are strangers.

5. When do Jack and his wife encounter Scratchy?
(a) Stepping off the train.
(b) As they walk down main street.
(c) At the train station.
(d) As they round the corner toward their house.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Why is Jack not armed on his wedding day?

3. What do the elegance of the train fittings reflect?

4. What does Scratchy do to the door of the Weary Gentleman?

5. The knowledge of Jack's marriage reduces Scratchy to what?

(see the answer key)

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