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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Part II: Chapter 5, what is the dog's opinion of humans?
(a) Humans are unpredictable and confusing.
(b) Humans are inferior to dogs.
(c) Humans are generally kind and compassionate.
(d) Humans are capable of anything.

2. In Part II: Chapter 10, who gets the plastic halves of the three-headed dog Cerberus?
(a) Cally.
(b) Deanna.
(c) Rozin.
(d) Frank.

3. In Part I: Chapter 1, how do Miss Peace McKnight and the young girl become friends?
(a) The girl starts attending Miss McKnight's class and shows a keen interest in learning.
(b) Miss McKnight sees the girl standing at the back of the classroom and feels an instant connection.
(c) The young girl offers to help Miss McKnight with her teaching duties.
(d) Miss McKnight notices the girl's intelligence and invites her to join the class.

4. In Part II: Chapter 9, what kind of papers does Richard get served with?
(a) Court summons.
(b) Adoption papers.
(c) Divorce papers.
(d) Job offer.

5. In Part II: Chapter 6, what type of jewelry does Klaus have that he believes carries a secret life and pain?
(a) Cast-silver bracelet.
(b) Navajo pawn.
(c) Macaw feathers.
(d) Turquoise ring.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Part II: Chapter 8, how does Klaus describe Whiteheart Beads' face?

2. In Part II: Chapter 6, how do humans perceive the line where sky meets earth?

3. In Part I: Chapter 2, how does Scranton Roy try to absolve himself?

4. In Part II: Chapter 6, what item does Klaus sell under his striped awning in Elmo?

5. In Part II: Chapter 6, who does Klaus decide to pursue among the four women?

Short Essay Questions

1. In Part II: Chapter 10, how does the force of gravity symbolize the emotional transformation experienced by Rozin?

2. In Part I: Chapter 1, how does Miss Peace McKnight's sense of family duty shape her actions and choices?

3. In Part II: Chapter 10, how does the state fair experience affect the dynamics between Rozin, Cecille, and the twins?

4. In Part I: Chapter 3, how does Augustus prioritize education and cultural preservation for his children?

5. In Part II: Chapter 9, what role do the grandmothers play in the story, and how do they perceive Sweetheart Calico?

6. In Part II: Chapter 11, how does Rozin's past involvement with the American Indian Movement (AIM) influence her present life and relationships?

7. In Part II: Chapter 7, how does the theme of the number four contribute to the narrative in the given text?

8. In Part II: Chapter 6, explain Klaus's pursuit of the women and his eventual encounter with them. How does he win their attention?

9. In Part II: Chapter 9, how does Richard's view of relocation contribute to his feelings of bitterness and resentment?

10. In Part II: Chapter 12, discuss the significance of the wishbone scene in the story. What does it reveal about the relationship between Giizis and Noodin?

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