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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 9 through 11.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the first four chapters, Jim is at a crossroads in his life. Which of the following paths does he NOT take into consideration before deciding where he would go next?
(a) Convincing Tom to stay with him.
(b) Rejoining the Indian tribe.
(c) Traveling with his brother.
(d) Going away with Tom.

2. Why did Jonnie and his family decide to travel west?
(a) They wanted to mine for gold.
(b) Jonnie's father heard there was free land in the West.
(c) Jonnie's father died, and they lost their farm.
(d) They are running from the law.

3. How does Mr. Rutledge advise Jonnie when Jim starts shirking his chores?
(a) To confront him about his responsibilities.
(b) To work harder at getting Jonnie to become less like the Indians.
(c) To leave him to his own devices.
(d) To take food away from Jim when he doesn't do his chores.

4. What fact does Jim try to hide from Daniel?
(a) That they are out of food.
(b) That Indian's are trailing them.
(c) That the animals are growing weak because of hunger.
(d) That Jim's dog might attack them if they are not careful.

5. What do Jonnie and Sally do when Jim returns?
(a) Act as if nothing happened.
(b) Treat him more harshly than ever.
(c) Avoid him.
(d) Continue their argument with him.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Jim teach Daniel while they are setting traps?

2. What do Jim and Daniel talk about?

3. What does Jim do to his dog after he bites him?

4. How did Jim's mother feel about his running away?

5. What does Jim tell Sally about their uncle?

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