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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters I - III.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. How does Chapter II begin?
(a) The narrator describes the Gordon family.
(b) The narrator describes the winds that blow through the town of Beech.
(c) The narrator describes Phil and his brother, George.
(d) The narrator describes the wild west in which the story takes place.

3. What is included in Peter’s scrapbook?
(a) Pictures of his family.
(b) His dreams of affluence and comfort he has for his parents.
(c) His favorite animals.
(d) Drawings and pictures of events that have taken place.

4. Throughout the first section (Chapters i-III) of the book, how does George act when Phil tries to start a conversation with him?
(a) Surprised.
(b) Distant.
(c) Angry.
(d) Confused.

5. What attracts Johnny and Rose to Beech?
(a) They find the quaint town very charming and cozy.
(b) They love the wild, open country.
(c) They are under the belief the town will grow.
(d) They really like the people they meet.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does it mean to Johnny to be kind?

2. How old is Phil at the start of the book?

3. Why does Johnny’s advisor suggest he look for a small town in need of a doctor?

4. What is a reason given for why Johnny drinks?

5. How does Johnny die?

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