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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 3-4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What signal does Grandfather use to mean yes?
(a) He crosses his legs.
(b) He turns over onto his side.
(c) He puts his palm down on the mattress.
(d) He puts his palm up on the mattress.

2. How long has the state been sending letters to Grandfather about the tax bill?
(a) 6 months.
(b) 9 days.
(c) 10 years.
(d) 5 years.

3. Why does little Willy not use his college money to help get the plow in?
(a) Because he uses his college money to buy food.
(b) Because Grandfather signals "No!"
(c) Because he finds another stack of money buried in the garden.
(d) Because he wants to keep it in the bank so it can earn interest.

4. What does Doc Smith say is going to happen to Grandfather?
(a) He is going to die.
(b) He is going to be better tomorrow.
(c) He is going to help with the harvest.
(d) He is going to need physical therapy.

5. Which activity will Willy NOT do after school?
(a) Pick up supplies.
(b) Go to the post office.
(c) Look at the city slickers.
(d) Play cards with his friends at the general store.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to little Willy, what season is the most beautiful time of year in Montana?

2. In what stage of life is Doc Smith?

3. According to Grandfather, what is the crop going to be like?

4. What does Doc Smith want to do with Searchlight?

5. What is the name of Doc Smith's horse?

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