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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3, "Shadows on a Cabin Wall".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the mountains in Chapter 2, what does Little Tree see Tal-con doing?
(a) Chasing ground rats.
(b) Swooping down to kill a quail.
(c) Climbing trees.
(d) Setting a trap for turkeys.

2. What does Granma make for Little Tree to wear for his first walk up the trail with Granpa?
(a) A bag to take his food.
(b) A warm coat.
(c) A hat to protect him from the sun.
(d) Boot moccasins.

3. How old is Little Tree when the novel begins?
(a) Six years old.
(b) Five years old.
(c) Seven years old.
(d) Nine years old.

4. What helps to determine whether Granpa and Granma light the coal oil lamp in the evenings during winter?
(a) The time when they go to bed.
(b) The weather.
(c) The cost of a nickel to fill the coal oil lamp.
(d) The time when the sun sets.

5. Who does Granpa ask about the law that made him angry?
(a) The man at the settlement who pulls teeth.
(b) A man who gives them a car ride from the settlement.
(c) The librarian.
(d) The owner of the supply store at the settlement.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Little Tree demonstrates that he has learned the lessons about nature, what name does Granpa say he would give him if he didn't have a name already?

2. In the early chapters of the book, what kind of education is Little Tree receiving from his grandparents?

3. Which of the following best describes the theme of the opening chapter?

4. What makes Little Tree go to bed feeling happier in spite of his loss in Chapter 1?

5. According to Chapter 3, how does Granpa feel about politicians and authority figures?

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