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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 town is the location of this story?
(a) Petersburg.
(b) Petoskey.
(c) Petrofsky.
(d) Pittsburgh.

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

3. How old is Nick in this story?
(a) 21.
(b) 11.
(c) 12.
(d) 17.

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

5. What is Nick's father's demeanor when he is recalled to camp?
(a) He does not return.
(b) Frustrated.
(c) Understanding.
(d) Angry.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who was Steve Ketchel?

2. In what town did Nick grow up?

3. Who is Nick with in this story?

4. What stereotype about the Indians does the author show?

5. What else do Nick and his father discuss as they leave the Indian camp?

(see the answer key)

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