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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book Three, Characters in Nature: Little, But Strong and Closing the Door.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is ironic about the modern name for the creek, the US Grant?
(a) It is the same name Gus gave it when he was a boy.
(b) It has the same meaning as its Native American name.
(c) It is the opposite of its Native American name.
(d) The creek is weak not strong like the name.

2. Why does Zeke tell the story of Carolina and Henning's meeting?
(a) He is Henning's best friend.
(b) He is Henning's brother.
(c) He was with Carolina on the day she met Henning.
(d) He is Carolina's brother.

3. How is Gus considered by others in the public school system as a young boy?
(a) A hero.
(b) A mild-mannered freak.
(c) A celebrity.
(d) An enigma.

4. What happened to Abe?
(a) He drowned.
(b) He had fallen out of his boat and was seeking help.
(c) He had gotten lost on the river.
(d) He got hurt on a tree limb in the river.

5. How many rooms are in the cabin that Gus leases?
(a) Two.
(b) One.
(c) Three.
(d) Four.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Titus keeps asking Gus philosophical questions, what does Gus continue to answer?

2. Why do Titus and Gus go to Portland?

3. What story does Gus begin to tell at the dinner table in "Voiding My Rheum" that starts an argument between his parents?

4. What did Gus give himself as a graduation present?

5. What does Gus state about his fishing memory?

(see the answer key)

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