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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. From the incident with the black car, what is revealed about Granpa's attitude towards words?
(a) Granpa wants Little Tree to learn many new words.
(b) Granpa is eager to learn new words.
(c) Granpa finds words helpful in understanding other people.
(d) Granpa thinks there are too many words and he prefers the sound of speech rather than the words used.

2. According to Little Tree, why do the white mountain men in the area respect Granpa?
(a) For his love of nature.
(b) Because he is knowledgeable about the mountains.
(c) For the lessons he teaches Little Tree.
(d) For his skills at trailing animals and his sense of instinct.

3. What does the reader learn about Granpa from his reaction to the lady in the black car who is rude to him?
(a) He is afraid of people who insult others.
(b) He has a very bad temper.
(c) He does not understand insults.
(d) He is able to maintain his dignity even when treated badly.

4. Why does Granpa enjoy hunting even though he has never killed a fox in his life?
(a) Granpa enjoys hunting because of the lessons he learns from it.
(b) Granpa enjoys the fun of watching the hounds chase the fox and then seeing the fox outwit the hounds.
(c) Granpa enjoys hunting because it keeps him active.
(d) Granpa enjoys hunting because it makes Little Tree laugh.

5. In Chapter 2, what is the most important lesson that Little Tree learns about nature?
(a) That there is a sense of balance in nature.
(b) That the hawks help humans by killing dangerous animals.
(c) That small creatures need to be protected by larger ones.
(d) That only the strong will survive.

Short Answer Questions

1. At the beginning of the novel, how is Little Tree taken to his new home?

2. In the narration, Little Tree says he discovers later on that Granma only read some parts of the stories about George Washington. What reason does Little Tree suggest for this?

3. How does the driver of the vehicle who takes Little Tree to his new home treat Granma and Granpa?

4. In Chapter 2, who has just died when Little Tree's relatives argue about where he should live?

5. Why is there some truth in Granpa's belief that the way people sound when they talk can be more important than the words they use?

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