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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is the man's face reddened?
(a) He is embarrased.
(b) He has high blood pressure.
(c) He drinks a lot.
(d) From years of working outdoors.

2. What is Scratchy known for?
(a) Being the town drunk.
(b) Coming from the east coast.
(c) Being in a gang.
(d) He is an excellent gunman.

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

4. What are the people of Yellow Sky unaware of regarding Jack's life?
(a) That he is quiting his job.
(b) That he is older than they think.
(c) That he is married.
(d) That his dad was a cattle rustler.

5. How much will the meal cost the couple on the train?
(a) Twenty-five dollars.
(b) A dollar.
(c) Five dollars.
(d) Ten cents.

6. Who notices that the groom is particularly happy?
(a) The townspeople of Yellow Sky.
(b) The groom's brother.
(c) The African-American porter.
(d) The bride's sister.

7. What does the drummer discover in his hiding place?
(a) Food.
(b) More guns.
(c) Books.
(d) Armor.

8. What can be seen beyond the Rio Grande?
(a) Yellow rocks.
(b) The river basin.
(c) Plum colored mesquite.
(d) The mountains.

9. How many men are in the bar?
(a) Ten.
(b) Six.
(c) Twenty.
(d) Twelve.

10. How many Texans are in the bar?
(a) Ten.
(b) Three.
(c) Twelve.
(d) Twenty.

11. What does the station-agent do when he sees Jack?
(a) Calls his name and gets his luggage.
(b) Remains seated in his chair.
(c) Waves his hands and runs toward them.
(d) Smiles and waves.

12. What is Scratchy like when he is sober?
(a) Mean.
(b) One of the nicest guys in town.
(c) A very happy guy.
(d) Moody and dark.

13. Why does the bride become anxious?
(a) She spilled some food on her dress.
(b) She picks up on Jack's nervousness.
(c) She can't find her small overnight bag.
(d) She is afraid to live in a small town.

14. How does the man sit on the train?
(a) With his hand on his wife's hand.
(b) With his legs crossed.
(c) With his hands folded on his lap like he is praying.
(d) With one hand on each knee, like a man waiting for a barber.

15. How do the men in the bar know Scratchy is approaching?
(a) They hear someone yelp who's been hit.
(b) They hear yelling and gunshots.
(c) They hear the dog bark.
(d) They hear the Mexican yelling.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Jack plan to tell the community of his news?

2. What is apparent about the bride to the other passengers?

3. As the groom shows the bride the appointments of the train car, how is he acting?

4. What town has Jack traveled to?

5. What kind of gloom sets in the bar?

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