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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what material had Schneider wrapped himself before going to sleep?
(a) Buffalo hides.
(b) Canvas.
(c) Tarps.
(d) Rope.

2. What happens to cause Miller to decide to use the last of the party's water for the oxen and horses?
(a) One of the oxen stumbles and falls down.
(b) He notices that the horses are no longer sweating.
(c) One of the horses stumbles and falls down.
(d) Andrews pleads with him to help the animals.

3. Who calls into question Miller's recollection of the sought valley's location just before the hunting party reaches it?
(a) Charley.
(b) Andrews.
(c) Schneider.
(d) Miller.

4. For what reason does Miller fling grass into the air during the buffalo hunt?
(a) To distract the leader of the herd.
(b) To check the wind speed.
(c) To get Andrews's attention.
(d) To check the wind direction.

5. Who is in charge of poisoning the wolves in the valley?
(a) Schneider.
(b) Charley.
(c) Miller.
(d) Andrews.

Short Answer Questions

1. Miller comes back from his ride to report that he had been unable to get within what distance from the pass?

2. The bartender tells Andrews that when he does find Miller, Miller will likely be sitting with whom?

3. For what reason does Miller say that the buffalo hunters they hear on the first night must not "have many hides" (76)?

4. When Andrews awakes on the morning of the hunt's first day, who is already up and active?

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

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