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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What item does Gitano leave behind when he leaves the Tiflins?
(a) A gun.
(b) A bag.
(c) A sack of old coins.
(d) Nothing; he steals from them.

2. What kind of animal does Jody kill for the first time when Chapter 2 opens?
(a) A cat.
(b) A rat.
(c) A spider.
(d) A bird.

3. How high is the corn when the novel first opens?
(a) Knee high.
(b) Exactly even with Jody.
(c) It hasn't sprouted yet.
(d) Over Jody's head.

4. When Carl and Billy first return from being gone when the novel opens, what does Jody smell on their breath?
(a) Nothing -- they are very, very thirsty for water.
(b) Milk.
(c) Brandy.
(d) Beer.

5. Where does Carl suggest Gitano go after he leaves the Tiflin ranch?
(a) To a neighbor's ranch.
(b) Monterey.
(c) Back to wherever he came from.
(d) To the town square so he can get a job.

Short Answer Questions

1. After Gitano leaves the Tiflin ranch, what does Jody picture him doing?

2. How does Jody prepare for riding his pony once it is ready?

3. Why is Jody so concerned about the rain and his pony?

4. Who is Easter?

5. What unique item is Gitano wearing when he first arrives at the Tiflin ranch?

(see the answer key)

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