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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters IV - VI.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the nickname for the train on which the men plan to load the steers?
(a) The smoke stack.
(b) The deliverer.
(c) The locomotive.
(d) The power.

2. Why does Phil initially not take George’s behavior towards Mrs. Gordon too seriously?
(a) He has made it clear he does not have intentions to marry anyone.
(b) He has never mentioned her.
(c) He has never been interested in a woman before.
(d) He has never brought her to the ranch.

3. How do the townspeople of Beech react to the coming of the Burbank cattle drive?
(a) Angry and helpless.
(b) Annoyed and irritated.
(c) They do not react at all.
(d) Excitedly and anxiously.

4. How is Rose treated at the grocery store in Herndon after marrying George?
(a) She is ignored.
(b) She is given preferential treatment.
(c) She is harassed.
(d) She is treated the same as everyone else.

5. What do both George and Rose know will greet them back home at the ranch?
(a) High winds and cattle.
(b) The squawking chickens and barking dogs.
(c) The barking ranch dogs and Phil’s sniffling and coughing.
(d) A warm fire and hot supper.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Burbank family members used to bring friends from out east, what does Phil know is the purpose of these visits, especially the women?

2. How does George surprise Phil?

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

4. How does Peter feel at his new school and boarding house?

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

(see the answer key)

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