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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Travis do to Jumper when he decides he doesn't want to plow anymore?
(a) He hits Jumper across the jaw with a club.
(b) He kicks Jumper in the rump.
(c) He lures Jumper back to the field with an apple.
(d) He pulls Jumper by the reins.

2. Why does Little Arliss want to keep Old Yeller?
(a) He's never had a dog of his own.
(b) He wants a dog to protect him from Travis.
(c) He wants a dog to sleep with.
(d) He wants to teach the dog to hunt rabbits.

3. Why is Travis annoyed with Mama and Little Arliss?
(a) He is annoyed because Mama lets Little Arliss lie about the things he does.
(b) He is annoyed that Mama babies Little Arliss.
(c) He is annoyed that Mama spends all her time with Little Arliss.
(d) He is annoyed because Little Arliss is never punished.

4. What warns the doe that Travis is nearby?
(a) He laughs at a squirrel.
(b) He scratches his ear.
(c) He stretches out his leg.
(d) He sneezes.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Arliss start catching after Old Yeller arrives?

2. How does Travis know that Little Arliss is in trouble?

3. Why do the hogs, cattle, and wild animals come to the Salt Licks?

4. What does Travis do to try and drive the bulls away from the cabin?

5. What does Mama wrap Little Arliss' hands in when he is finned by a fish?

(see the answer key)

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