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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. How does Jim feel when he sees the walls of the cabin?
(a) Trapped.
(b) Proud.
(c) Excited.
(d) Ashamed.

2. How does Jim view farming?
(a) He believes it is a good living for whites but not for Indians.
(b) He believes it is a good choice for Jonnie but not for him -- he prefers wilderness living.
(c) He believes the Indians should start farming like the whites.
(d) He believes it is unnecessary because white people could wander around the wilderness for food.

3. What does Jim tell himself about returning to Jonnie and Sally after his wild ride?
(a) He is returning because Sally would be heartbroken if he left.
(b) He is returning because he wants to convince Daniel to run away.
(c) He is returning because he left his mule and dog behind.
(d) He is returning because Jonnie needs his help.

4. How does Jim convince Jonnie to accept the meat he offers him?
(a) He tells him he has better tasting meat than anyone else in the camp.
(b) He points out that they have to be strong for the river crossing.
(c) Jim says it's his job to provide meat as the new head of the family.
(d) He forces Jonnie to take the meat by threatening him.

5. Which of these causes Jim to have mixed emotions about the Indians?
(a) They nursed him back to health, but they didn't treat him well after he was strong again.
(b) They are like family to him, but they are at war with each other.
(c) They believe they are one with the land, but they willingly destroy the land.
(d) They nursed him back to health, but they commit acts of cruelty as well.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Jim avoiding work?

2. How does Mr. Rutledge assure Jonnie?

3. 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?

4. Where is Tom planning to go after breaking camp?

5. What does Jim tell Sally about their uncle?

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