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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At the end of Chapter Three, William comments on what behavior from Ben?
(a) He's smiling to himself.
(b) He's doesn't stop talking through the meal.
(c) He's quieter than ever.
(d) He's rude.

2. What has been different about the MacDonald family since the evening Burton brought the dead badger over?
(a) Ben is getting much less attention.
(b) Ben is getting much more attention.
(c) Nothing has changed.
(d) Everyone is mad at Ben.

3. What hiding place does Ben stumble into during the storm in Chapter Seven?
(a) Abandoned barn.
(b) Badger den.
(c) Rock pile.
(d) Cave.

4. How long has Ben been walking when he realizes he may be traveling in the wrong direction?
(a) Ten minutes.
(b) One hour.
(c) Half an hour.
(d) Five hours.

5. At the beginning of Chapter Four, how old are the badger's babies?
(a) Sixty-four days.
(b) Twelve days.
(c) Thirty-three days.
(d) Forty-two days.

Short Answer Questions

1. As Chapter Three opens, what has prompted the string of visitors to the MacDonald farm?

2. How does Esther ask Ben to respond to the new neighbor?

3. Normally the badger is a nocturnal animal. Why was she out during the day she encountered Ben?

4. How does Ben react when the neighbor's dog charges him?

5. What animal alarms Ben in his hiding spot during the storm in Chapter Seven?

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