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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Lonnie keep working after he is hurt?
(a) He fears ridicule.
(b) There is so much to do.
(c) There is a girl there he is trying to impress.
(d) He doesn't realize how badly he is injured.

2. How does Granddad respond to Lonzo's suggestion?
(a) He wants to wait to see the outcome.
(b) He calls in another vet.
(c) He plans to start moving the cattle to the hills the next morning.
(d) He tells everyone they don't have time to rest.

3. What does Mr. Burris bring with him to the ranch?
(a) A questionnaire for them to fill out.
(b) A vaccine for the cattle.
(c) An order from the State Agriculture Department.
(d) News.

4. Where does Lonnie go when he leaves the ranch?
(a) To try to find the source of the cattle's illness.
(b) To a pool hall in Thalia.
(c) To visit the neighbor's teenage daughter.
(d) To a brothel in the city.

5. How does Lonnie feel after observing the crowds in Thalia?
(a) Like the whole world is crazy.
(b) Like a naive country bumpkin.
(c) As if he will die if he has to stay there much longer.
(d) Like his town is the best in the state.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Lonzo do all night?

2. What does Hud say about Halmea when Lonnie asks?

3. What does Halmea do that is meaningful to Lonnie?

4. What is the one exciting event of the year for the town of Thalia?

5. Who is unconscious on the floor in Halmea's house?

(see the answer key)

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