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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the first thing Travis does when he reaches the Salt Licks?
(a) He determines which way the wind is blowing.
(b) He sits with the wind blowing across his back.
(c) He checks for deer prints in the mud.
(d) He climbs a tree and watches for deer.

2. What is Little Arliss' reaction when they get back to the cabin?
(a) He is angry at the bear.
(b) He is angry that Travis pulled the cub away.
(c) He is shaking all over and clinging to Mama.
(d) He passes out from fear.

3. Why is Travis concerned about being the man of the family?
(a) He is concerned because no one listens to what he says or thinks.
(b) He just wants to be a boy.
(c) He is afraid to take on the responsibility.
(d) He doesn't feel confident enough.

4. How does Travis know that Little Arliss is in trouble?
(a) Arliss is screaming about the yeller dog.
(b) Arliss' screams are loud, shrill, and frantic.
(c) Arliss is screaming for Travis which is unusual.
(d) Arliss is crying which he never usually does.

5. What does Old Yeller do when the bear slaps him head over heels?
(a) He staggers into the bushes.
(b) He crawls away.
(c) He lies on the ground.
(d) He charges again.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Travis discover as he reaches the cabin?

2. What does Travis think about Old Yeller?

3. What does Mama make with lye water and hog fat?

4. What does Travis notice about Old Yeller when he first sees the dog?

5. What do the Mexicans call a bull with a horn that hangs down past his jaw?

(see the answer key)

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