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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Country Stories.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What weapon does Pete's younger brother use to attack the bus depot worker and the Army lieutenant?
(a) A grenade.
(b) A lead pipe.
(c) A knife.
(d) A gun.

2. Which of the following ailments plagues Lucius while he is out on the bear hunt?
(a) Coughing.
(b) Hiccups.
(c) Shortness of breath.
(d) Sneezing.

3. How does the servant at the rich family's home treat Pete's family when they come offering comfort?
(a) He is angry with them.
(b) He is rude to them.
(c) He confuses them.
(d) He is kind to them.

4. How many men is Res Grier working with to reshingle the church in "Shingles for God"?
(a) Three.
(b) Four.
(c) Two.
(d) Five.

5. Which of the following stories is the sequel to "Two Soldiers"?
(a) "Barn Burning."
(b) "The Tall Men."
(c) "Shall Not Perish."
(d) "Bear Hunt."

Short Answer Questions

1. After Pete is killed in combat, how long do his parents take off of work to mourn for him?

2. What is the name of the man who is the rightful owner of the animal Res Grier is trying to sell to settle his debts?

3. In "A Bear Hunt," which part of the town do all the children think is haunted?

4. Who suggests that Lucius go visit the Indians to cure his ailment?

5. What does the father of the two young boys tell them to do when he sees the party that has come to arrest them?

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