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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Two: Chapters I-III.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. On what object does Andrews have to keep his eyes fixed in order to follow the hunting party once the land becomes flat?
(a) The horizon.
(b) Miller's back.
(c) Charley's reins.
(d) Schneider's back.

2. The hunting party leaves Butcher's Crossing on the 25th day of what month?
(a) July.
(b) September.
(c) August.
(d) October.

3. When Andrews finds a hotel room, how much does the room cost per night?
(a) $2.
(b) $4.
(c) $12.
(d) 50 cents.

4. At what point does the reader learn that the protagonist's name is William Andrews?
(a) When he signs his name at the hotel.
(b) When he signs his name at the bank.
(c) When he signs his name at the post office.
(d) When he tells Francine his name.

5. Whom does McDonald describe as not knowing "what to do with themselves" (22)?
(a) Hunters.
(b) Women.
(c) City-dwellers.
(d) Young people.

Short Answer Questions

1. McDonald warns Andrews not to talk to hunters in town for what reason?

2. Charley does NOT cook which food for the hunting party while they are resting near Smoky Hill?

3. From what city had Andrews originally begun his journey to Butcher's Crossing?

4. When Miller asks why Andrews had turned down a job with McDonald, what is Andrews's reply?

5. Miller tells Schneider that his protests about finding water make Miller think that Schneider just wants what?

(see the answer key)

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