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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter IV, Pages 364 through 426.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the sheriff say to Billy when he finds him digging a grave for Boyd?
(a) He would be happy to get him some help.
(b) He thought it would be Billy.
(c) He can't bury Boyd without permission.
(d) He is sorry for his loss.

2. Why is Billy aggravated with the dog while on their trip?
(a) He refuses to eat.
(b) He barks at the wrong times.
(c) He does not alert the boys to danger.
(d) He will not keep pace with them.

3. Billy finds a job with an outfit formerly known as _________________.
(a) Rebels.
(b) Cut-Ups.
(c) Hashknives.
(d) Bushwhackers.

4. What happens to Boyd as he attempts to round up some of the horses?
(a) He is shot.
(b) He is thrown from his horse.
(c) He falls into a ravine.
(d) He faints.

5. What phrase does Billy utter as he makes his sudden decision upon leaving the campsite?
(a) "Can't fight it anymore."
(b) "So be it."
(c) "What the hell."
(d) "Damn all of it."

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Billy's mother's first name?

2. How long does Billy work for the outfit before moving on?

3. What is the dog a symbol of in the story?

4. What does Billy learn about his parents when he returns to his home?

5. What does Billy use to chase away the animal?

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