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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Spotted Horses, Pages 36 - 63.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Ratcliff harass, thinking he knows the truth about the origins of the wild horses?
(a) Eck.
(b) Varner.
(c) Snopes.
(d) Armstid.

2. How does Hipps feel about Mississippi as he drives away after the auction?
(a) He is apathetic to the state as a whole.
(b) He will continue doing business there.
(c) He would like to move his family there.
(d) He will never return there.

3. How much money does Henry have to his name at the time he purchases his horse?
(a) 5 dollars.
(b) 50 dollars.
(c) 5000 dollars.
(d) 500 dollars.

4. What does Mrs. Littlejohn hit the wild horse over the head with, sending it running back into the streets?
(a) A rolling pin.
(b) A frying pan.
(c) A washing board.
(d) A wooden spoon.

5. Which of the following adjectives does Hipps use to describe the temperament of his wild horses?
(a) Sly.
(b) Tricky.
(c) Wily.
(d) Clever.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following events does NOT occur when Eck's wild horse meets Tull's wagon on the street?

2. How much is the gift worth that Snopes gives to Henry's wife?

3. Whose horse breaks away from the pen and charges into Mrs. Littlejohn's house?

4. Why does Doctor Varner still believe the horses were a good purchase, even though they all got away?

5. What part of Hipps' clothing outfit is split in half by a wild horse during the auction?

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