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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How do the cow-pumpkins look when the novel first opens?
(a) They are still too small to see.
(b) They are enormous and expected to win a prize at the state fair.
(c) They are green and small.
(d) They are large and ready for harvesting.

2. How does Jody's father react when he meets Gitano for the first time?
(a) He refuses to talk to him.
(b) He is honored to have such a wise guest.
(c) He tells him he is not needed at the ranch.
(d) He threatens him with a gun.

3. How does Jody's mom feel about his dedication to the red pony?
(a) She is angry that it keeps him from school.
(b) She is angry that it keeps him from his chores.
(c) She doesn't really care one way or the other.
(d) She is proud.

4. What does Jody imagine doing with his imaginary horse?
(a) Winning rodeo contests.
(b) Helping the sheriff.
(c) All of these answers are correct.
(d) Being asked by the president to catch a criminal.

5. How long does Grandfather say he is planning to stay with the Tiflins?
(a) Two weeks.
(b) One week.
(c) One month.
(d) Two months.

Short Answer Questions

1. What article of clothing does Carl pin something on of Jody's when he sets off with Nellie?

2. What color hair does Jody Tiflin have?

3. How can Jody tell the man approaching his house in Chapter 2 is older?

4. Where does Gitano stay while at the Tiflin ranch?

5. Who does Jess Taylor say he saw riding Easter?

(see the answer key)

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