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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When nobody appears at Jack's house to fight, what is Scratchy's reaction?
(a) He is enraged.
(b) He is happy.
(c) He is relieved.
(d) He is tired.

2. After Scratchy shoots at the paper, what does he shoot next?
(a) The dirt on the street.
(b) Bottles on the fence.
(c) The windows of houses.
(d) The doors of houses.

3. When Scratchy confronts Jack, how much does Jack move backwards?
(a) He keeps backing up to brotect his bride.
(b) One foot.
(c) Three paces.
(d) Not an inch.

4. What is Jack's wife's reaction to Scratchy?
(a) She stands bravely as if expecting this.
(b) She starts to cry.
(c) She turns red with embarrassment.
(d) She turns yellow, like she's seen a snake.

5. Who is Jack Potter in the mind of Scratchy?
(a) His ancient antagonist.
(b) His friend.
(c) His father.
(d) His mentor.

6. What does Jack think of when he is faced with the barrel of Scratchy's gun?
(a) His wife.
(b) The beauty of the train.
(c) His home.
(d) His wedding.

7. What does Scratchy do when he sees Jack?
(a) Shoots at Jack's house.
(b) Points a gun at his chest.
(c) Drops both guns.
(d) Stands in surprise and does not move.

8. How does the author describe the walking pattern of the couple heading toward home?
(a) They are running like the wind.
(b) Like they are walking against a strong wind.
(c) They are racing against time.
(d) They are holding hands like young lovers.

9. What is Jack about to do when he sees Scratchy?
(a) Point out his home to his bride.
(b) Shoot Scratchy.
(c) Dance with his bride.
(d) Carry his bride over the threshold.

10. What is the color of the tops of Scratchy's boots?
(a) Violte.
(b) Red.
(c) Green.
(d) Blue.

11. Who else would wear boots like Scratchy's ?
(a) Army boys.
(b) Other gunfighters.
(c) Sledding boys.
(d) Railroad men.

12. What does Scratchy say when Jack tells him of his morning?
(a) "It's all off then."
(b) "You're a coward."
(c) "I don't care. I'll shoot you anyways."
(d) "Then go inside and get your guns."

13. Where does Scratchy accuse Jack of coming from with no weapon?
(a) The train station.
(b) Town.
(c) The bar.
(d) Sunday School.

14. What does Jack do with his suitcase when he sees Scratchy?
(a) Holds the handle tightly.
(b) Drops it to the ground.
(c) Slowly lowers it to the ground.
(d) Gives it slowly to his wife.

15. What is Scratchy doing with the town?
(a) He is dancing with the town.
(b) He is waiting with the town.
(c) He is playing with the town.
(d) He is threatening the town.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Jack say he'd have done if he'd known that Scratchy would be there waiting for him?

2. Why can't Scratchy believe that Jack is unarmed?

3. What part of the country are Scratchy's boots from?

4. What is Scratchy doing when Jack and his wife spot him?

5. What is Scratchy's reaction when he realizes he has Jack cornered?

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