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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. How long ago does Miller say the hunt took place that resulted in the pile of buffalo bones?
(a) No more than two years.
(b) No more than one month.
(c) No more than three months.
(d) Just under one year.

2. Andrews asks the hotel clerk if the clerk knows a man by what surname?
(a) McGillicuddy.
(b) McDonald.
(c) Miller.
(d) Steinway.

3. What is NOT a type of business operating within the town of Butcher's Crossing?
(a) Blacksmith shop.
(b) Leather goods shop.
(c) Livery stable.
(d) Dental office.

4. Andrews is told that McDonald can be found in "a little shack just this side of" (15) what feature?
(a) The marsh.
(b) The only restaurant in town.
(c) The brining pits.
(d) The jail.

5. What sort of luggage does John Williams describe being carried by the protagonist on his trip to Butcher's Crossing?
(a) No luggage.
(b) A rucksack.
(c) A carpetbag.
(d) A suitcase.

Short Answer Questions

1. What objects does Schneider realize have been weighing down the thirsty oxen due to their nearly two-ton weight?

2. For how long had Andrews been traveling before stopping in Butcher's Crossing?

3. How many miles does Miller say the hunting party has traveled by noon on the first day?

4. What does the hunting party do when the sun goes down on the first day of the trip?

5. Who watches Andrews get down off his horse and asks him if he has had a "rough day" (75)?

(see the answer key)

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