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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 11.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What leads Ben to conclude that the badger was not a dream after his first night in the badger den?
(a) The badger is sitting outside waiting for him.
(b) He finds badger fur on his clothes.
(c) He finds her footprints around the den.
(d) He remembers her presence clearly.

2. As Chapter Ten opens, what has Ben done in an attempt to stay warm in the burrow?
(a) Made a blanket out of animal furs.
(b) Snuggled up to the badger.
(c) Closed the entrance to the burrow.
(d) Tossed grass over himself.

3. Why does Ben finally decide to head for home during Chapter Seven?
(a) He knows it is probably bed time.
(b) The storm seems closer than he thought.
(c) He has lost interest in the animals.
(d) He hears his mother calling.

4. What is William's response to the search party giving up in Chapter Nine?
(a) His family will not give up.
(b) He calls his neighbors traitors.
(c) He agrees that it is probably hopeless.
(d) He is angry with the neighbors.

5. How does Esther ask Ben to respond to the new neighbor?
(a) Shake hands.
(b) Offer a gift.
(c) Run and hide.
(d) Be quiet.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. What animal do Ben and the badger fight and kill at the end of Chapter Ten?

4. By the time she gets to her den after escaping the trap, how many of the badger's pups are still alive?

5. By the end of the prologue, the MacDonalds have how many children?

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