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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 5: The Old Trapper, Chapters 25 through 28.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where did Joe Robidoux let Johnston sleep in his store?
(a) On grain bags filled with corn shucks on the floor.
(b) On a couple of quilts on the floor.
(c) On a dirty mattress in the back storeroom.
(d) On the countertop.

2. When Johnston made peace with the Crow and stopped eating their livers, what was the response of Black Elk, a Sioux chief?
(a) He said Crow livers had made Johnston a coward.
(b) He decided to intensify his raids against the Crow.
(c) He offered to help the Crows kill Johnston.
(d) He rejoiced and gave a feast for Johnston.

3. Which Mountain Man was known for his skill with the riata?
(a) Del Gue.
(b) Mad Mose.
(c) Pancho Robles.
(d) Hatchet Jack.

4. What invitation did Wind River Jake bring Johnston from Arkansas Pete at the end of Chapter 26?
(a) An invitation to a square dance.
(b) A wedding invitation.
(c) An invitation to be sheriff in the next town.
(d) An invitation to return to trapping as Pete's business partner.

5. What honorary title did the Shoshoni give Johnston?
(a) Chief.
(b) Peace chief.
(c) Warrior.
(d) Medicine man.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Joe Robidoux do to his own son to acquire property the young man had inherited?

2. How old was Arkansas Pete at the beginning of Chapter 27?

3. At what skill did the Crow Indians excel?

4. Which Sioux chief's spirit was broken after the battle at Wolf Mountain?

5. Who defeated the Sioux in battle at Wolf Mountain in 1877?

(see the answer key)

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