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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7, Shiftless, and Chapter 8, Back Country.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why could Ralph not serve in the war?
(a) He had flat feet.
(b) He was head of the family after his father died.
(c) He was a conscientious objector.
(d) He had a psychological problem.

2. Why does Lonnie drive the car off the side of the road a few miles outside Phoenix?
(a) He is blinded by the sun in his eyes.
(b) He loses control on the wet roads.
(c) He swerves to avoid hitting a rabbit.
(d) He is so excited to be driving on the trip.

3. What does Mr. Larsen give to Ralph and Lonnie before they leave town?
(a) Books and traveler's checks.
(b) Groceries and supplies.
(c) Money and a map.
(d) Sandwiches and gas money.

4. What does the car run into, leaving dent's in the car's back end?
(a) A rubbish pile.
(b) A guard rail.
(c) A tree.
(d) A fire hydrant.

5. Why is Ralph especially glad to get the movie set job?
(a) He loves meeting movie stars.
(b) He likes working outdoors.
(c) He wants to be an actor.
(d) He has his first real meal in days.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is Ralph forced to sleep when his money runs out?

2. What does Lonnie search for for Ralph?

3. One of the stunts on a new movie set locations includes ______________________.

4. What does the conductor tell Ralph he should do if Ralph wants a job on a ranch?

5. What does Ralph give to the train conductor?

(see the answer key)

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