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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Joining, and The Rifle.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What type of heel drop does Cornish McManus use on the butt stock of his "sweet" rifle?
(a) There is no heel drop
(b) He uses twice as much as normal
(c) He uses only half as much drop as normal
(d) He follows the British pattern

2. Although the unnamed man whose children find the "sweet" rifle in the attic of their new house finds it beautiful, he gets rid of it. Why?
(a) He doesn't have a gun permit
(b) He already has a gun
(c) He needs money so he sells it
(d) His wife is afraid of guns

3. How old is Richard Allen Mesington when he stops believing in Santa Claus?
(a) Sixteen years old
(b) Two years old
(c) He never believes in Santa Claus because of his father's early death
(d) Six years old

4. Where was Richard Allen Mesington born?
(a) New York
(b) Salt Lake City, Utah
(c) Philadelphia
(d) Willow, Colorado

5. How much does Harv Kline want to charge Tim Harrow for fixing his vehicle?
(a) Nothing
(b) $20
(c) $400
(d) $4,000

Short Answer Questions

1. In his lifetime, how many times does Tim Harrow use a firearm to protect his life or property?

2. Why does Mrs. Kline put candles on the mantle?

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

4. Over what distance does John Byam shoot when he kills his first British soldier?

5. What does Harv Kline say after the "sweet" rifle accidentally discharges?

(see the answer key)

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