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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where do Mama, Little Arliss, and Travis sit to see the bull fight?

2. What does Mama make Arliss take out of his pockets before he goes to bed?

3. What is Mama's reaction to Sanderson's first suggestion?

4. Who saves Little Arliss from the attacking bear?

5. What is a strange varmit stealing from the people in the settlement?

Short Essay Questions

1. Explain the disturbing news that Lisbeth gives to Travis.

2. Summarize why Mama names the area in which they live Birdsong Creek.

3. Describe why Travis goes to the Salt Licks to hunt for deer.

4. What is Burn Sanderson's offer regarding Old Yeller and why doesn't Mama accept it?

5. What is the reaction of Little Arliss and Mama to the big dog?

6. What does Tavis do when the bulls start fighting near the cabin?

7. Describe the situation when Travis finds Spot and her new calf.

8. Explain why Travis doesn't want to shoot a javelina hog.

9. Describe the agreement Little Arliss and Burn Sanderson arrange.

10. Summarize the time Travis meets Old Yeller for the first time.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

1) Analyze the character of Little Arliss regarding his passion for the things he cares about.

2) How does Arliss react to most situations when he feels he is a victim of injustice? Cite examples from the novel.

3) What is Little Arliss' solution to protecting those he loves? Describe his selflessness during these situations.

Essay Topic 2

Hydrophobia is first mentioned when Bud Searcy visits Travis' family and talks about his uncle's death from the disease.

1) Explain Travis' reaction to the mention of hydrophobia.

2) Analyze the difference in Travis' thoughts about hydrophobia as he becomes more familiar with its symptoms and the devastating effect it has on those who contract the disease.

3) Use examples from the novel to support the answer.

Essay Topic 3

Throughout the novel, Travis reveals his view of what a man should be.

1) Summarize the belief Travis has of his view of a man affects the way he lives and the things he does.

2) How do his actions of trying to be a man affect the way the other characters in the novel view him?

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