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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Carl carrying in his hand when he first makes an appearance in Chapter 4?
(a) An injured animal.
(b) Flowers for Mrs. Tiflin.
(c) A new puppy.
(d) Something white.

2. When Jody wakes up crying in Chapter 3, what does his mother say to calm him down?
(a) To eat a cookie as a treat and then go back to bed.
(b) To remember that dreams aren't real.
(c) To be quiet so he doesn't anger Carl.
(d) To try to wake up and start over again.

3. Where does Jody spend most of his time during January?
(a) With his mother, just like a small child.
(b) In the house, worrying.
(c) With Nellie in her stall.
(d) At school trying to distract himself.

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

5. How does Jody feel about Grandfather's comment about how much he has grown?
(a) Proud.
(b) Embarrassed.
(c) Angry.
(d) Shy.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Jody's grandfather arrive at the ranch?

2. What does Jody decide to name the new colt?

3. What happens to Nellie while Jody is trying to take her somewhere?

4. How much advanced notice do the Tiflins have of Grandfather's visit?

5. What does Grandfather say has happened to his appetite for "westering"?

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