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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 15-16.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Captain Kidd finish Simon’s sentence when Simon says “you have taken on a heavy load” (54)?
(a) “You’re a good man.”
(b) “But you’re strong enough for this.”
(c) “And I don’t think you can carry it.”
(d) “For an old man, you mean.”

2. Why does Captain Kidd realize he has not offered his attentions to Mrs. Gannet, these past few years?
(a) Mrs. Gannet’s husband has left her, but not divorced her.
(b) Mrs. Gannet always has suitors around her.
(c) His daughters would be upset.
(d) He feels his wife’s presence, still.

3. What does Captain Kidd own that is banned in Texas?
(a) Paper money.
(b) A handgun.
(c) A shotgun.
(d) A Bowie knife.

4. What does Captain Kidd try to tell Johanna as the cavalry platoon rides up in Chapter 5?
(a) “Hide.”
(b) “Danger.”
(c) “Friend.”
(d) “Be patient.”

5. What measure does Captain Kidd take, as they enter into the dangerous hill country?
(a) He loads the guns and keeps them across his lap.
(b) He mutes the iron wheels with leather.
(c) He abandons the Curative Waters wagon.
(d) He rides ahead on the bay horse Pasha.

Short Answer Questions

1. What sign language sign does Johanna give Captain Kidd after the cavalry platoon has left in Chapter 5?

2. How much does Captain Kidd offer Mrs. Gannet, for her to come stay with Johanna overnight?

3. What topic does Captain Kidd avoid reading about in Dallas?

4. Why does Captain Kidd decline Doris’ offer to leave Johanna with her and Simon?

5. In Chapter 15, what does Captain Kidd say people always want to hear from travelers?

(see the answer key)

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