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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Phil's response when Rose asks him why he dislikes her so?
(a) She is not meant to be on a ranch and is dim-witted like George.
(b) He is jealous that George loves another.
(c) He is still angry that George never told him he was going to be married.
(d) He says he knows that she married George for his money and that she has been stealing his booze.

2. What does Rose find to be the fastest and best way to rid herself of her terrible migraines?
(a) Whiskey.
(b) A hearty breakfast.
(c) Long walks.
(d) Therapy sessions.

3. When George reflects back on a particular Christmas in which Phil was exceptionally obnoxious and unkind, what is the gift that Phil is making fun of?
(a) A dressing gown and slippers their mother had given George.
(b) A rocking horse.
(c) A pipe and tobacco.
(d) A new telphone.

4. How does Phil feel when he leaves his secret bathing spot?
(a) Fresh smelling and new.
(b) Innocent and pure.
(c) Clean and healthy.
(d) Relaxed and happy.

5. Why does Rose have a hard time talking to Peter?
(a) He frequently talks over her.
(b) He does not stand still long enough for her to talk to him.
(c) He is male and 16.
(d) He will not listen to her.

6. What does George say to Phil regarding the Indians on their property?
(a) He should shoo them away from the ranch.
(b) He should give them a chance.
(c) He should ignore them.
(d) He should consider their feelings.

7. What is Phil’s nickname for Peter?
(a) Miss Nancy.
(b) Miss Priss.
(c) Petey.
(d) Peter Piper.

8. How does George know Phil has seen the Indians?
(a) He hears Phil's horse's hooves.
(b) He spies on Phil with his binoculars.
(c) He is nearby and sees all that takes place.
(d) He hears Phil holler.

9. What is NOT a reason given for why the Indians are easily removed to the reservation?
(a) The land is valuable.
(b) The Indians want to be on the reservation.
(c) The Indians are powerless.
(d) The white voters are more threatening than any Indian.

10. What is Phil’s response when George apologizes for speaking so roughly to him?
(a) Thank you for the apology.
(b) He hugs George.
(c) The two of them can keep their apologies.
(d) He is ignores George.

11. What is NOT a reason why Phil cannot understand why men go to great lengths to get “a piece of tail”?
(a) Disease.
(b) A cheating wife.
(c) Lost money.
(d) Children.

12. What has happened to the other bookcase in Phil’s room?
(a) It has grown dusty and dry.
(b) It is now holding Phil's gun collection.
(c) George has given it to Peter.
(d) It was destroyed.

13. Chapter VII begins with Rose reminiscing on her childhood – her mother and father’s daily habits and Rose’s talents at what?
(a) Piano playing.
(b) Dancing.
(c) Singing.
(d) Flower arranging.

14. What happens when Rose tries to play the sentimental tune George requests?
(a) She fumbles often.
(b) She forgets what key she is in.
(c) She completely blanks.
(d) She says she does not like that one.

15. What reservation rule does Edward Nappo break?
(a) No dancing is permitted.
(b) No commercial business is permitted.
(c) No firearms are permitted.
(d) No alcohol is permitted.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What does Rose worry about as she drives to Herndon to pick up Peter?

3. How many calves does Phil brand in the spring?

4. Rose realizes she is returning to old memories for what reason?

5. What does Peter know would make good fertilizer?

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