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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the pony's name mean?
(a) Hawk.
(b) Friend.
(c) Rock.
(d) Strength.

2. How is Carl's character first described?
(a) As a silly, fun-loving father.
(b) As a religious man.
(c) As a disciplinarian.
(d) As an outgoing community leader.

3. When does Billy Buck first go into the ranch house every day?
(a) Whenever he wants to; he has a key.
(b) When he discusses finances with the Tiflins.
(c) When Mrs. Tiflin rings the iron triangle.
(d) When it is time for daily prayer.

4. For whom does Billy Buck work?
(a) The city.
(b) The Tiflin family.
(c) No one -- he is a wandering worker.
(d) Himself.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Gabilan respond to being bridle trained?

2. Where does Jody get drinks of water from while walking around the ranch?

3. When will Jody be allowed to have cartridges for his gun?

4. Where does Jody sleep while his pony is sick?

5. What time does Jody usually come home from school?

(see the answer key)

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