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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Spotted Horses, Pages 63 - 76.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following families is considered the most dishonest family in Mississippi by the townsfolk?
(a) The Snopses.
(b) The Hipps.
(c) The Armstids.
(d) The Tull.

2. What part of Hipps' clothing outfit is split in half by a wild horse during the auction?
(a) His shoe.
(b) His vest.
(c) His pants.
(d) His hat.

3. How does Eck's horse die?
(a) It is shot by a hunter.
(b) It is poisoned by the Tull family.
(c) It is put to sleep by the court.
(d) It breaks its neck.

4. What is Eck's expectation when he enters the court to defend himself against Tull?
(a) That he will win the case.
(b) That he will lose the case.
(c) He has no expectations about the case.
(d) That there will be no decision in the case.

5. Why does Doctor Varner still believe the horses were a good purchase, even though they all got away?
(a) Because they brought him business.
(b) Because they provided good exercise for their owners.
(c) Because they taught the farmers a financial lesson.
(d) Because they provided a good laugh.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Hipps' partner in moving the horses to Mississippi?

2. Who does Ratcliff claim was the rightful owner of all the wild horses before the stampede?

3. What gift does Snopes give to Henry's wife as a peace offering?

4. What does Mrs. Littlejohn hit the wild horse over the head with, sending it running back into the streets?

5. How does Hipps feel about Mississippi as he drives away after the auction?

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