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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

3. What type of dogs do most of the settlers own?
(a) Pure bred Coon Hounds.
(b) Big, fierce cur dogs.
(c) Small, quick terriers.
(d) Pure bred Blood Hounds.

4. What is Travis' reaction to Old Yeller when the dog approaches him?
(a) Travis backs away.
(b) Travis whispers to Old Yeller.
(c) Travis screams at him.
(d) Travis kicked at him as hard as he could.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Travis discover when he opens the dog run door where the meat is stored?

2. How does Little Arliss take Travis by surprise?

3. What does Travis think about Old Yeller?

4. What are all Texans short of now that the Civil War is over?

5. What does Travis' father ask him to do while he is away?

(see the answer key)

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