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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does Billy cross the border back into the United States?
(a) Nogales, Arizona.
(b) El Paso, Texas.
(c) Columbus, New Mexico.
(d) San Diego, California.

2. How is Billy's horse wounded in the encounter with some rogue riders?
(a) He is hanged.
(b) He is stoned.
(c) He is shot.
(d) He is stabbed in the chest.

3. What does the doctor accept as payment for his services?
(a) Horse.
(b) Land.
(c) Nothing.
(d) Money.

4. What drink does the Mexican man refuse to drink?
(a) German beer.
(b) American whiskey.
(c) Irish whiskey.
(d) American beer.

5. What does Billy give Boyd to drink before the doctor operates?
(a) Bourbon.
(b) Tea.
(c) Whiskey.
(d) Water.

6. How much money does Billy send to Mr. Sanders after his first payday?
(a) $20.
(b) $5.
(c) $15.
(d) $50.

7. What affliction does the animal seem to have?
(a) Hunger.
(b) Arthritis.
(c) Hearing problem.
(d) Open wound.

8. What does the unusual weather represent for Billy?
(a) The swift passing of time.
(b) The unusual path of his life.
(c) His search for live.
(d) His temperament.

9. Where does Billy go after his failed army entry attempts?
(a) San Diego.
(b) Phoenix.
(c) SK Bar ranch.
(d) Santa Fe.

10. The waitress gives Billy a free meal of __________________.
(a) Bacon, eggs, toast and coffee.
(b) Hash and coffee.
(c) Pancakes and juice.
(d) Sausage gravy and biscuits.

11. What does Billy note about his life now that Boyd is gone?
(a) It is less.
(b) It is the end.
(c) It is better.
(d) It is quieter.

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

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

14. Where does Billy sleep when he reaches his destination?
(a) Bus station.
(b) Train station.
(c) Homeless shelter.
(d) Alley.

15. 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 is sorry for his loss.
(d) He can't bury Boyd without permission.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Billy learn when he returns to the home of the doctor?

2. What is the name of the family at whose farm Boyd has been recovering?

3. Where do Billy, Boyd, and the young girl stay for awhile?

4. What is the only way Billy can join the military at his age?

5. Why are some men in the bar angry at Billy?

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