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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 12 through 19.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the reason Jim gives for running away from home when he was a boy?
(a) He wanted to become a trapper just like his uncle.
(b) He hated his family.
(c) He had committed a horrible crime and was afraid he would go to jail.
(d) His uncle told him that running away was a good idea.

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

3. What is the first thing Daniel wants to do when the family reaches their new land?
(a) Fish.
(b) Play in the woods.
(c) Hunt.
(d) Swim.

4. In what way does Jim's dog help Daniel?
(a) He helps Daniel herd the cattle.
(b) He hunts for food with Daniel.
(c) He protects Daniel while he works.
(d) He pulls a sled to move wood.

5. What do Jim and Sally argue about after Jim swims across the river?
(a) Sally thinks it is the wrong time of year to be swimming.
(b) Sally thinks Jim is setting a bad example for Daniel.
(c) Sally says Jim should have stayed on the Rutledge's side of the river.
(d) Sally wants Jim to let them know where he is going.

Short Answer Questions

1. How do Jim, Sally and Jonnie feel about chores?

2. What does Jim realize when Tom talks to Mr. Rutledge?

3. Who takes Jim to his family?

4. What does Jim foresee for the future of the region.

5. Why is Jim surprised the thieves headed to the creek?

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