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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters XII - XIV.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. To what does the narrator compare the taunting of Peter by classmates?
(a) Phil's behavior towards George.
(b) The pecking to death of chickens that are maimed or odd.
(c) The forceful removal of the Native Americans to the reservations.
(d) The inspection of potential purchasers of slaves.

2. How does Jennie, Edward's wife, feel about the stories he tells their son?
(a) She is angry the stories are told, because it is so upsetting to hear how life used to be.
(b) She is worried the local officials will find out and will cause trouble.
(c) She wonders if it is a good idea to fill their son's head with such stories.
(d) She is proud that Edward is passing on their heritage to their son.

3. Why do sissies bother Phil?
(a) He knows he is one.
(b) He worries they will turn everyone into sissies.
(c) He fears them.
(d) He does not understand why they cannot be normal.

4. How does Phil feel about Indians?
(a) They are lazy thievers.
(b) They are skilled and dangerous.
(c) They are mistreated and abused.
(d) They are sad and beautiful.

5. Who is the one who does the castration of the calves?
(a) Phil.
(b) George.
(c) Johnny.
(d) Peter.

Short Answer Questions

1. Chapter V begins when George finds Rose crying. How does he respond?

2. How does Phil feel about the dryland farmers?

3. How does Rose respond when Phil tells her why he does not like her?

4. What does Phil hope to teach Peter in Chapter XII?

5. With the men often gone and Rose with no chores to do, what does she do?

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