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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What luxury does the Burbank cattle ranch have?
(a) Television.
(b) Several automobiles.
(c) Electric lights.
(d) An alarm system.

2. As the day of the Governor’s visit grows closer, why does George not want to invite any other guests?
(a) He does not like any of his neighbors.
(b) He has bad memories of his parents’ parties.
(c) He is uncomfortable around other people.
(d) He does not want to show off.

3. How does Johnny die?
(a) Liver failure.
(b) He drowns in the river.
(c) He commits suicide.
(d) He is accidentally shot and killed.

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

5. What is wrong with the windmill mentioned at the beginning of Chapter II?
(a) It is facing the wrong way, so it can never catch the wind.
(b) It long ago detached itself and serves no purpose but to squeak and annoy neighbors.
(c) It is always spinning too fast and causes fear that it will fly off.
(d) It will not turn, therefore it does not serve any purpose.

Short Answer Questions

1. When does George arrive home in the snow storm in Chapter IV?

2. What year does the important cattle drive at the beginning of the story take place?

3. How many steers do the Burbank brothers drive into town in this first chapter of the book?

4. Why does Phil initially not take George’s behavior towards Mrs. Gordon too seriously?

5. What is George's response to Phil in college when Phil tells him it was embarrassing meeting with the dean and having to explain why your brother is not doing well in school?

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