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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Weapon, pages 33 to 66.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Cornish McManus choose a small caliber for his "sweet" rifle?
(a) In his experience, the smaller caliber is more accurate than the larger calibers
(b) He only has a small barrel mandrel
(c) He doesn't know what he's doing
(d) As a protest against John Wainwright

2. What does Tim Harrow call knives?
(a) Edged weapons
(b) Pig stickers
(c) Shivs
(d) My precious knives

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

4. Tim Harrow refers to the effect of bullet impact on game as...
(a) Hydraulic shock
(b) Spectacular
(c) Bringin' home the bacon
(d) E pluribus unum

5. Why was curly maple so prized for gun-stocks?
(a) Because it was inexpensive
(b) Because it was commonly available
(c) Because of its great strength and beauty
(d) Because it was easy to work with

Short Answer Questions

1. If Tim Harrow shot and killed someone who was attempting to burglarize his home, how would he likely refer to his action?

2. What is the irregular mark called that is left on a bullet after it is cast?

3. How much does Harv Kline want to charge Tim Harrow for fixing his vehicle?

4. Who first buys the "sweet" rifle from Cornish McManus?

5. What type of rifle is Cornish McManus's "sweet" rifle?

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