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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. How long has the state been sending letters to Grandfather about the tax bill?

3. Which of the following is NOT something that happens in Wyoming during the winter?

4. What weapon does Clifford Snyder have?

5. Which of the following does NOT describe a city slicker?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the problem that Grandfather has that Willy finds out about?

2. What did Grandfather do that taught little Willy never to sleep past breakfast?

3. What was one of the funniest jokes Grandfather ever played on little Willy?

4. What does little Willy do that frustrates Doc Smith while she is examining Grandfather?

5. How does Grandfather defend Willy's behavior to Mrs. Williams?

6. Who is Clifford Snyder?

7. Describe Searchlight.

8. Describe the character of Doc Smith.

9. Explain what winter is like in Wyoming.

10. Where do Grandfather's tears go when he cries?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Stone Fox is a complex character who appears late in the book. Describe Stone Fox's physical appearance, his background, and three reasons for his behavior at the end of the race.

Essay Topic 2

Both Grandfather and Doc Smith are adults who care about little Willy. Both of these characters exert influence over little Willy. Compare and contrast the characters of Grandfather and Doc Smith and give two examples of how one influences little Willy's behavior.

Essay Topic 3

All stories must have some kind of conflict. Define the literary term of conflict and identify three conflicts that present themselves in the book, Stone Fox. Be sure to identify the characters involved in each conflict and how the conflict affects the plot.

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