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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 5, "I Kin Ye, Bonnie Bee".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At the beginning of the novel, how is Little Tree taken to his new home?
(a) He goes by car.
(b) He goes by bus.
(c) He walks.
(d) He rides a bus part of the way and then walks.

2. What would be the most appropriate alternate title for Chapter 5?
(a) A Visit to the Settlement.
(b) Little Tree Learns of Chattanooga.
(c) Differences in Culture.
(d) The Big Black Car.

3. Whose scent does Granpa expect the hounds to pick up to start the hunt in Chapter 4?
(a) Ol' Slick, the fox.
(b) Ol' Runner, the fox.
(c) Ol' Slipper, the fox.
(d) Ol' Trickster, the fox.

4. In what special activity do Little Tree and his grandparents participate on weekend evenings during the winter?
(a) They roast chestnuts in the fireplace.
(b) They make rugs from the deer hide.
(c) They go to church.
(d) Granma reads to Little Tree and Granpa.

5. Why does Little Tree set the coal oil can down when the lady in the black car speaks to them?
(a) To avoid the smell.
(b) Because it is beginning to spill oil.
(c) Because it is getting heavy.
(d) Because Granpa teaches him that when spoken to, he should give full attention out of respect.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. How does Granpa help Little Tree relate the lessons about nature to the behavior of some people?

4. What reasons are given in Chapter 4 for Granpa to keep the hounds?

5. According to Granpa's story, why did his father's friend enter the church with a pistol?

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