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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After the neighbor leaves, how does Esther MacDonald say she feels about the man?
(a) She is furious with him for asking for favors.
(b) She thinks he is dishonest.
(c) She likes him a lot.
(d) He scares her.

2. What reaction do the neighbors say Ben's siblings have when they attempt to discuss Ben with them?
(a) They admit Ben is odd and laugh.
(b) They are uncomfortable and don't want to talk about him.
(c) They shrug and say they don't know what's wrong with him.
(d) They avoid the neighbors in the first place.

3. How does Ben react when the neighbor's dog charges him?
(a) Smacks it on the nose.
(b) Screams and kicks at it.
(c) Drops to all fours and whines.
(d) Runs and hides.

4. When did William first meet the neighbor?
(a) Last week.
(b) He hasn't met him.
(c) Last month.
(d) Three weeks ago.

5. For what reason is Ben eager to start school?
(a) To learn about math.
(b) To learn about animals.
(c) To learn history.
(d) To learn how to read.

Short Answer Questions

1. As far as the townspeople can tell, the new neighbor originally comes from where?

2. How did the MacDonalds originally plan to chose the site for their farm?

3. In Chapter One, what is William's attitude toward Ben?

4. From what country was the man who originally built Fort Rouge near Winnipeg?

5. While the female badger is digging, what other animal catches her attention for a few minutes?

(see the answer key)

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