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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Spunk say he will do for Joe after Spunk dies?
(a) He will help him come back to life.
(b) He will make hell too hot for him.
(c) He will leave Lena forever.
(d) He will make him a nice bed.

2. What do Elijah's friends call him?
(a) Silent Man.
(b) 'Lige.
(c) 'Jah.
(d) The Big Mouth.

3. What weapon does Spunk carry with him?
(a) A pocket knife.
(b) An Army 45.
(c) His intelligence.
(d) An assault weapon.

4. Where is Spunk when he dies?
(a) In bed.
(b) At work.
(c) Outside of town.
(d) On the railroad tracks.

5. What does Spunk claim is happening to him at work in Chapter 3?
(a) He is getting headaches.
(b) He is seeing ghosts.
(c) He is being as productive as ever.
(d) Someone is pushing him toward the saw.

Short Answer Questions

1. From whose point of view is the story told?

2. Where does Spunk roam after the trial?

3. Why do the men treat Joe this way?

4. Who does Spunk say caused his death?

5. Who gave Lena the house she lives in?

(see the answer key)

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