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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9, "Granpa's Trade".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Granma describe some people in the world as "dead"?
(a) They are only interested in oppressing others.
(b) They have no spirit-mind so they only see dirty if they look at a woman and they fail to see beauty in nature.
(c) They are only interested in material things.
(d) They are cruel to women and abuse nature.

2. According to Granpa's joke, why is Ti-bi robbed by the bear, the coon and the Cherokee?
(a) Because he does not watch out for the hawk.
(b) Because he leaves his surroundings unprotected.
(c) For taking more than he needs from nature.
(d) Because he eats too much and falls asleep.

3. In Chapter 2, who has just died when Little Tree's relatives argue about where he should live?
(a) Little Tree's mother.
(b) Pa.
(c) Red Wing.
(d) Willow John.

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

5. In Little Tree's new home, what is the "dogtrot"?
(a) A place for dogs to sleep.
(b) An exercise room.
(c) A place where dogs are fed.
(d) An open hallway to let hounds through.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the unique mark on Granpa's whiskey jar?

2. How does Granpa make his living?

3. According to Granma, why are secret places so important?

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

5. What is the mode of narration used by the author to tell the story?

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