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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The MacDonalds have an argument after their new neighbor leaves in Chapter One. About what are they arguing?
(a) The neighbor.
(b) Dinner.
(c) The farm.
(d) Ben.

2. As Chapter Eight opens, which of the following is NOT a reason Ben is having trouble sleeping?
(a) He keeps expecting the badger to return.
(b) He is not tired.
(c) Thought he heard someone calling his name.
(d) The storm is keeping him awake.

3. According to the author at the end of Chapter Two, a normal life span for a badger is how long?
(a) Twenty-five years.
(b) Six years.
(c) Ten years.
(d) Fourteen years.

4. What does Ben find to eat in Chapter Eight, though it is rather unpleasant?
(a) Bird eggs.
(b) Grass.
(c) Crickets.
(d) Rose hips.

5. As Chapter Five opens, Burton arrives at the MacDonald farm just in time for what?
(a) Lunch.
(b) Breakfast.
(c) Bedtime.
(d) Dinner.

Short Answer Questions

1. What reaction do the neighbors say Ben's siblings have when they attempt to discuss Ben with them?

2. Where does Ben initially try to take shelter from the coming storm after he gets lost?

3. At the beginning of Chapter Two, how old is the female badger?

4. When Ben cannot be found after lunch, what do his parents initially think may have happened?

5. While examining his find in Chapter Three, Ben finds himself face to face with what animal?

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