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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 8 and 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Mr. Leroy's scar on his chest in the shape of?
(a) A ranch's brand.
(b) A cross.
(c) A letter S.
(d) A letter T.

2. What does one of the farmer's in line for Madame Sabbar's show insist is wrong with the barker's claims about her skills?
(a) There are no lions in Sweden.
(b) There are no tigers in Canada.
(c) There are no lions in Canada.
(d) There are no tigers in Sweden.

3. What does Elijah tell the reader in chapter 5 his mother does not cook well?
(a) Fish and vegetables.
(b) Beef and potatoes.
(c) Cakes, pies, and cookies.
(d) Everything.

4. What does Mr. Travis hit the top of his desk with in chapter 6?
(a) His belt.
(b) His pointing stick.
(c) His hand.
(d) His ruler.

5. What has Elijah's father told him that former slaves carry that other, freeborn people do not?
(a) An understanding of God's grace.
(b) Horrific mental scars.
(c) A sense of self respect.
(d) The burden of hard work.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many bears did Elijah picture in the woods around Buxton due to his father's strict warnings about the area?

2. What does Mr. Travis ask the class each morning as he begins the days lessons?

3. Which type of animal does Elijah claim he prefers to ride in chapter 3?

4. What excuse does Elijah's mother make for the bad jokes Mr. Segee makes?

5. What does Mr. Leroy say his son's name is in chapter 7?

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