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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The Eppys want to come to Jerome's because...
(a) They are great neighbors
(b) They want to be free to poach on his land
(c) Emma and Ben have them curious
(d) They want a Christmas gift

2. Donald agrees to think about...
(a) How to find Monarch
(b) How to solve Jerome's animal problem
(c) A solution to the feuding
(d) How to fix Emma Lou

3. When Emma is able to prove the mountain lion's existence, she...
(a) Has a fist-fight with Donald
(b) Lets out a loud yell
(c) Does a little dance
(d) Twirls like a ballerina

4. To find out about shipping the animals, Donald has written to...
(a) A sporting magazine
(b) A zoo and fur farm
(c) A crating company
(d) United parcel service

5. The spotted skunks that Jerome has in his care at this time...
(a) Are not the right breed for zoos
(b) Are too many for the zoos
(c) Are not enough to meet the demands
(d) Are too precious to sell

Short Answer Questions

1. It worries Jerome that Donald might...

2. For entertainment, Emma Lou...

3. Now out on his own, Monarch ...

4. The skunks are wanted by...

5. For the first time in many years, Jerome...

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Donald choose to go to the country school where Emma goes? Does he have hidden motives?

2. Jerome is more comfortable with Emma Lou and Donald now. Why?

3. Discuss Emma Lou's response to the discovery that Donald has been visiting Jerome. How is Jerome affected?

4. Poor Jerome is discouraged. How do we know this?

5. Is there some symbolism in Jerome experiencing the huge storm that moved his redwood tree?

6. Emma Lou's life is busier than today's students'. Describe her day and compare it to your own.

7. Why are Jerome Kildee's nerves frayed at this time? There is more than one reason.

8. Discuss Jerome's scheme. Was he taking a risk? Why, or why not?

9. When Emma proves that Monarch's mother was killed by a lion, how does she react? How does she feel about her reaction?

10. Discuss what Emma has managed to teach the skunks to do as tricks.

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