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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the first suggestion Sanderson gives to Mama about keeping Old Yeller?
(a) He suggests that she pay him with the milk cow to keep Old Yeller.
(b) He offers to give her a puppy instead of Old Yeller.
(c) He suggests that the dog stays with them until Papa comes back.
(d) He suggests that she take the boys inside while he grabs Old Yeller.

2. How does Lisbeth feel about Travis' reaction to the puppy?
(a) She slaps him.
(b) She tells him that he is rude.
(c) She doesn't care.
(d) Her feelings are hurt.

3. What sound do the bulls make that are looking for a fight outside the family's cabin?
(a) They raise their voices in a wild, brassy blare.
(b) They squeal like pigs.
(c) They quietly moan.
(d) They snort quietly.

4. What does Little Arliss do while Travis is in bed?
(a) He pesters Travis a dozen times a day.
(b) He helps Mama with the chores.
(c) He lets Travis rest.
(d) He milks the cows.

5. Why does Travis run off when the trade is made between Arliss and Sanderson?
(a) Travis doesn't want to spend any time with Sanderson.
(b) Travis wants a puppy.
(c) Travis is angry that the trade is made with Arliss and not him.
(d) Travis doesn't want Sanderson to see him cry.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the trade that Sanderson and Little Arliss agree upon?

2. What is Mama's reaction to Sanderson's first suggestion?

3. How does Mama prevent Jumper from jumping into the corn field?

4. Why isn't Travis excited about the puppy that Lisbeth gives to him?

5. Why is Travis angry that Bud Searcy comes to visit?

(see the answer key)

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