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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 10-11.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was J.W. supposed to run?
(a) Geese.
(b) Rabbits.
(c) Coons.
(d) Squirrels.

2. What do Russell and Lloyd wrap around the school bell so it won't ring?
(a) Burlap sack.
(b) Old towel.
(c) Old tablecloth.
(d) Old bedsheet.

3. Who is the first to smell smoke on the first day of school?
(a) Flopears.
(b) Charlie.
(c) Little Britches.
(d) Russell.

4. What is the name of the only family who does not have Doc Wilkinson assist in the birth of their babies?
(a) Davidson.
(b) Leadill.
(c) Richards.
(d) Tarbox.

5. What is the name of the young man who nearly runs down the Culvers when they are driving home from the funeral?
(a) Ned Philips.
(b) William Dover.
(c) Martin Andrews.
(d) Eugene Hammond.

Short Answer Questions

1. What animal does J.W. run into at the Tarboxes?

2. What was the scientific diagnosis for Miss Arbuckle's death?

3. What type of wood does Russell's father have for him in Chapter 9?

4. What is Tansy cooking when Russell and Lloyd get home in Chapter 4?

5. When Tansy reads the Sweet Singer's poem about the Culver's accident, what poet does she say the Singer is not?

(see the answer key)

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