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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Two: Chapters I-III.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. To what state does the trail that Schneider wants to follow toward water eventually lead?
(a) Arkansas.
(b) Colorado.
(c) Kentucky.
(d) Kansas.

2. Miller tells Schneider that his protests about finding water make Miller think that Schneider just wants what?
(a) An extra week of pay.
(b) A black eye.
(c) A medal for bravery.
(d) A nice rest.

3. At the start of the novel, the as-yet-unnamed protagonist rides within a stagecoach on its way to what town to Butcher's Crossing?
(a) Garrett.
(b) Swearingen.
(c) Ellsworth.
(d) Bullock.

4. What is the name of the trail the hunting party takes to reach the Colorado territory?
(a) The Foggy Mountain trail.
(b) The Golden Peninsula trail.
(c) The Snake River trail.
(d) The Smoky Hill trail.

5. McDonald warns Andrews not to talk to hunters in town for what reason?
(a) Because then Andrews will want to go out on a hunting expedition.
(b) Because the hunters in town will swindle Andrews.
(c) Because the hunters in town are violent.
(d) Because the hunters in town are enemies of Andrews's father.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Andrews's reply when Schneider asks him whether he wants to side with Miller or himself on the subject of finding water?

2. For what reason does Miller keep the hunting party on the trail, even though the land to the sides of the trail is more level?

3. How many buildings are described as making up the town of Butcher's Crossing?

4. How does Andrews respond to the question about whether he has had a "rough day" (75) on the first day of the trip?

5. How long ago does Miller say the hunt took place that resulted in the pile of buffalo bones?

(see the answer key)

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