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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters VII - VIII.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How is the Old Lady pleased by Rose?
(a) When Rose mentions George’s kindness.
(b) Rose gives her a gift.
(c) Rose is beautiful and sweet.
(d) Rose sets a beautiful table.

2. How does Phil feel when he imagines George caressing Rose?
(a) It makes him cringe.
(b) It annoys him.
(c) It excites him.
(d) It makes him uneasy.

3. Why is George concerned about the work of art that Rose creates?
(a) He fears Phil’s sarcasm and hollering.
(b) He does not understand why she does not use prettier flowers.
(c) He thinks she is better at playing the piano.
(d) He does not find it all that appealing.

4. What is NOT a reason given by Phil and the boys for why Peter does not belong on the ranch?
(a) He has a lisp.
(b) He is clean.
(c) He is prissy.
(d) He is intelligent.

5. What does Phil think when he learns that George has been talking to Mrs. Gordon?
(a) Life is going to get much more exciting.
(b) George is finally going to be happy.
(c) He will lose his best friend.
(d) Life as he knew it might soon be over.

Short Answer Questions

1. When guests arrive early and more than a little drunk to the Red Mill, how does George save the day?

2. Throughout the first section (Chapters i-III) of the book, how does George act when Phil tries to start a conversation with him?

3. How do both Rose and George know that Phil is returning home?

4. What is left of the foreign dryland farmers’ futile attempts?

5. For how long does Johnny go without drinking?

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