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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Jody is worried about Nellie, what does Carl tell Jody about Billy?
(a) That he's the best horseman around.
(b) That they can't afford anyone better than Billy so Jody better pray to help things out.
(c) That Billy is paid well and works hard for his money.
(d) That Billy will be fired if anything happens to the horse.

2. What does Jody do with his surprise-filled lunchbox when he returns home from school?
(a) He buries it under the porch.
(b) He leaves it in the mailbox.
(c) He leaves it with his mother.
(d) He hides it in his room.

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

4. What is the colt born in?
(a) A strange tumor of some kind.
(b) The colt is never born, actually.
(c) A twisted mess of pus.
(d) The placenta.

5. What kind of horse does Jody fantasize about having?
(a) A huge, black horse.
(b) He just wants his red pony back.
(c) A stallion.
(d) A little baby colt.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Grandfather react to Jody's invitation to help in the mouse hunt?

2. Why is Jody so worried about Nellie?

3. How long does Grandfather say he is planning to stay with the Tiflins?

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

5. What animals are living under the haystack on the Tiflin ranch?

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