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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Three, Ruth.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When his memory at the beginning of the book is over, where does Jack go?
(a) Ben Felter's store.
(b) Nancy's house.
(c) Jasper Lathrope's store.
(d) Inside his house.

2. What reminds Jack about buying mules many years ago?
(a) Hearing wagons move in the distance.
(b) Hearing mules bray.
(c) Seeing an old photograph.
(d) Mat reminds him of the mules.

3. After his time off from working, how would Jack feel?
(a) Anxious and regretful.
(b) Angry.
(c) Lazy.
(d) Rested and relaxed.

4. How does Mat describe his relationship with Jack?
(a) Jack has not been a good friend to Mat.
(b) Jack and Mat were inseperable for a time.
(c) Jack has always been there for Mat when he needed him.
(d) Jack and Mat have always been competitive with one another.

5. What was Jack's reputation?
(a) A man of excellent character.
(b) A reputation for immoral behavior.
(c) A grouchy, uncommunicative jerk.
(d) A cheerful, optimistic encourager.

Short Answer Questions

1. As Jack reflects following his time at the store, what does he think will haunt him for the rest of his life?

2. What is the reason for Mat's feelings toward Lightning Berlew?

3. About how many years ago did the events of the memory occur?

4. Who visited Jack the day after he brought the mules home?

5. As Jack walks along after leaving the store, he recalls being a man of what age?

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