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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 11-17.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Temple try to hide in the small room?
(a) She can hear the dogs coming after her.
(b) She doesn't want to be seen in the moonlight.
(c) She is afraid of the dark.
(d) The men keep walking in and out all night.

2. Why does Ruby keep her small son in a box?
(a) So he won't be attacked by rats.
(b) She always knows where he is.
(c) She can't afford a bed.
(d) She can transport him easily.

3. What is Temple's father's profession?
(a) Electrician.
(b) Judge.
(c) Politician.
(d) Newspaper editor.

4. Which of the men hits on Temple?
(a) Tommy.
(b) Sam.
(c) Goodwin.
(d) Van.

5. Who is the slow-witted man in the group?
(a) Van.
(b) Stevens.
(c) Tommy.
(d) Popeye.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is publicly known about Goodwin and Ruby?

2. Who does the sheriff take into custody?

3. What advice does Ruby give to Temple?

4. What does Benbow refuse to do with the house he and his sister own?

5. What does Ruby take with her when she goes to the stream to think?

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