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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why doesn't the Baxter family own a well?
(a) Because they didn't like the taste of well water.
(b) Because Ma thinks that wells are unclean.
(c) Because they can't afford the labor to dig one.
(d) Because wells haven't been invented yet.

2. Penny and Jody see a type of "dancing" bird while they are out fishing. What type of bird is it?
(a) Crane.
(b) Owl.
(c) Hawk.
(d) Eagle.

3. From which character did Penny earn the nickname "Leetle ol' Penny Baxter"?
(a) Lem Forrester.
(b) Buck Forrester.
(c) Oliver Hutto.
(d) Ora Baxter.

4. What overwhelming feeling does Jody feel when he is cleaning out the sinkhole?
(a) Sadness.
(b) Calm.
(c) Elation.
(d) Fear.

5. When Jody sees that his mother is in a bad mood, on what does he compliment her in an attempt to cheer her mood?
(a) Her cooking.
(b) Her sewing abilities.
(c) Her clean home.
(d) Her good looks.

Short Answer Questions

1. While walking through the woods, what animal does Penny note is stuck in the same place of life as he is?

2. Which character says that they would like a chance to "whup that bear"?

3. Who does all the work on the farm while Jody is sick in bed?

4. How deep is the Baxter family's sinkhole?

5. What type of tree does Fodder Wing claim resembles a Spaniard mounting his horse?

(see the answer key)

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