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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Shootout (Chapters 16-20).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is unique about the fabric of Agatha's ball gown?
(a) It was two different colors.
(b) It was ordered from Boston.
(c) The silk was dyed before weaving.
(d) It was woven by hand.

2. Who is Frederick?
(a) A horse.
(b) A mule.
(c) A cow.
(d) A dog.

3. Why do the pigeons return in greater numbers during odd numbered years?
(a) The wind shifts from the north to the south.
(b) Their favorite oaks drop acorns every other year.
(c) No one knows.
(d) They only migrate every other year.

4. Which character is known as the best tracker in town?
(a) Grandfather Bolte.
(b) Georgie Burkhardt.
(c) Agatha Burkhardt.
(d) Sheriff McCabe.

5. How does Billy communicate with his family in Placid while traveling with Billy?
(a) By telephone.
(b) By telegraph.
(c) By text.
(d) By carrier pigeon.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Billy's rifle differ from Georgie's rifle?

2. How many days pass before Agatha's family becomes concerned about her disappearance?

3. What does Georgie do when Billy removes his hat?

4. Why didn't Georgie join Agatha during the arrival of the pigeons?

5. According to Georgie, why are guns easier to understand than people?

(see the answer key)

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