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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does having livestock connect Ayah and Chato to the land?
(a) The livestock work the land.
(b) They are following traditional Navajo lifestyle.
(c) Livestock gives them food.
(d) They take care of them.

2. What color are the clouds Ayah and Chato watch as they wait against the rocks?
(a) Black like tar.
(b) Steely blue-gray.
(c) White like cotton.
(d) Gray like sweat.

3. What do the arroyos have to offer Ayah's and Chato's livestock?
(a) Sparse grass.
(b) Dirt.
(c) Plenty of food.
(d) Water.

4. Why does Ayah feel that no one in the bar could hurt her?
(a) She shows them no fear.
(b) She is armed.
(c) She is sure of her identity.
(d) She is wrapped in Jimmie's blanket.

5. Why does Ayah believe Chato doesn't like guiding "the old ewes"?
(a) He is used to guiding cattle.
(b) It reminds him of Jimmie.
(c) He dislikes sheep.
(d) He is tired of working.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why doesn't Ayah care about the loss of the money?

2. What is the weather doing as Ayah and Chato walk together?

3. In Ayah's memory, what did Chato do the next day, after they returned home from Cebolleta?

4. Where did Chato decide to go to get help for he and Ayah's dietary needs?

5. What color is the sandrock on the mesa?

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