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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 11-12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who counsels Lonnie to not waste time thinking about "what if?"
(a) Halmea.
(b) Mr. Burris.
(c) Granddad.
(d) Hud.

2. Why does the storekeeper ignore the situation with Lonnie and his friends?
(a) There are no cops around.
(b) The two women are obviously prostitutes.
(c) They are basically good boys.
(d) The Texans generally have more money.

3. Why does Granddad fire Jesse and Lonzo?
(a) He has no work for them.
(b) He does not fire them.
(c) They were no help slaughtering the cattle.
(d) They can get unemployment if they are fired instead of quitting.

4. What does Jesse say Lonnie should do?
(a) Leave with him.
(b) Try to get rid of Hud.
(c) Try to convince Halmea to return.
(d) Stay at the ranch for a while.

5. What does Lonnie decide to do after talking with Hud?
(a) Ride a bronco.
(b) Warn Granddad.
(c) Enter the calf roping event.
(d) Kill Hud.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is most likely wrong with Granddad's cattle?

2. What do the boys agree to do?

3. What does Mr. Burris say needs to be done?

4. Where does Lonnie go when he leaves the ranch?

5. How does Granddad respond to Lonzo's suggestion?

(see the answer key)

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