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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through On His Own: The Light of the World.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Nick's uncle think he is?
(a) A good writer.
(b) A hero.
(c) A master fisherman.
(d) A coward.

2. Who is with Nick in this story?
(a) His Boy Scout troop.
(b) His father and cousin.
(c) His father and brother.
(d) His father and uncle.

3. From what event is Nick returning home?
(a) New Year's Eve party.
(b) Birthday party.
(c) Fourth of July celebration.
(d) Christmas party.

4. Why does the Indian woman need help?
(a) She has been in labor for two days.
(b) She has a skull fracture.
(c) She has broken both legs.
(d) She is trapped in a mine.

5. When was this story published?
(a) 1924.
(b) 1937.
(c) 1952.
(d) It was never published.

Short Answer Questions

1. How long does Nick nurse his broken heart about Prudence?

2. How old is Nick in this story?

3. How many people are in the vehicle passed by Nick and his friends?

4. How does Nick get his father and uncle to return to camp?

5. What nationality is the girl that Nick spends a lot of time with?

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