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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following government officials does NOT arrive at the home of the two boys in "The Tall Men"?
(a) A recruiter.
(b) A parson.
(c) A marshal.
(d) An investigator.

2. Who suggests that Lucius go visit the Indians to cure his ailment?
(a) DuBoise.
(b) Monroe.
(c) Ratcliff.
(d) Alexander.

3. How old is Pete's younger brother when he decides he wants to join the Army?
(a) 12 years old.
(b) 8 years old.
(c) 6 years old.
(d) 10 years old.

4. What does Abner Snope do for a living?
(a) He is an architect.
(b) He is a doctor.
(c) He is a teacher.
(d) He is a farmer.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. How does the servant at the rich family's home treat Pete's family when they come offering comfort?

2. What animal does Res Grier try to sell in order to settle his debts with his co-workers?

3. Which of the following adjectives does NOT describe the family from the story "The Tall Men"?

4. 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?

5. What part of de Spain's property does Abner burn down in a rage of revenge?

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