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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Boy.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How long does Richard Allen Mesington own the "sweet" rifle?
(a) Only a few months
(b) He never owns it
(c) Only a few days
(d) For several years

2. What kills most of the soldiers during the American Revolutionary War?
(a) Cannon
(b) Snipers
(c) Rifles
(d) Dysentery

3. In his lifetime, how many times does Tim Harrow use a firearm to protect his life or property?
(a) Zero
(b) Sixteen
(c) Dozens of times
(d) Once

4. Richard Allen Mesington dreams of owing what kind of vehicle?
(a) A "Vespa" (p. 81)
(b) A backhoe (p. 81)
(c) A "'Vette" (p. 81)
(d) A "Harley" (p. 81)

5. John Waynewright often complains that Cornish McManus is too what?
(a) Artistic
(b) Stupid
(c) Lazy
(d) Strong

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Richard Allen Mesington call the first heavy equipment he sees moving earth?

2. Why does Cornish McManus choose a small caliber for his "sweet" rifle?

3. What does Harv Kline do with the "sweet" rifle?

4. Who is Richard Allen Mesington's first girlfriend?

5. According to the novel, what is the curve of a bullet's nose called?

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