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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Old Man, Pages 77 - 113.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does the judge in the Armstid case treat Flem Snopes?
(a) He is rude to Snopes.
(b) He is kind to Snopes.
(c) He is furious with Snopes.
(d) He ignores Snopes.

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

3. What do the farmers believe is the biggest benefit of purchasing a Texas horse?
(a) They are cheap.
(b) They are strong.
(c) They live long lives.
(d) They are easily broken.

4. How are the prisoners transported from their prison to the army camp where they will be staying during the course of the flood?
(a) By train.
(b) By foot.
(c) By car.
(d) By airplane.

5. How do the farmers describe the process of wrangling their horses after the auction to take them home?
(a) Boring.
(b) Unpleasant.
(c) Frightening.
(d) Exciting.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following characters whittles wood in his spare time?

2. In what state do the two convicts live?

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

4. Which of the following families is considered the most dishonest family in Mississippi by the townsfolk?

5. Which of the following characters states that, "If a man can't take care of himself in a trade, he can't blame the man that trims him"?

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