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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. 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.

2. How does Jody feel when Carl and Billy are taking him out to show him his pony for the first time?
(a) Mad because he wanted a bike instead.
(b) Angry at having to get up so early.
(c) Excited.
(d) Nervous.

3. What ominous sign does Jody see that lets him know his pony has died?
(a) Buzzards.
(b) An owl on a fence.
(c) A rattlesnake.
(d) Rain clouds.

4. Why does Jody initially invite Gitano down to the barn?
(a) To find a more comfortable place to sleep.
(b) To get him away from his angry father.
(c) To meet his red pony.
(d) To see the stock.

5. When does Billy Buck get up?
(a) Before sunrise.
(b) It depends on the day.
(c) At sunrise.
(d) Very late.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many healthy horses do Gitano and Jody watch at the watering trough?

2. What is a common breakfast in the Tiflin household?

3. What does Jody have to do when he comes home from school every day?

4. Where does Carl suggest Gitano go after he leaves the Tiflin ranch?

5. What color skin does Gitano have?

(see the answer key)

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