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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the spring and summer, how long would Pa and SIlas sit on the front porch after supper and talk?
(a) About 2 hours.
(b) 45 minutes.
(c) 30 minutes.
(d) An hour or so.

2. How old was Martin Bird when he met his wife to be?
(a) 28.
(b) Early 30s.
(c) Late 20s.
(d) 32.

3. In Chapter 8, what time do the deputy and sheriff plan to approach the cave pretending to be the Morton brothers?
(a) Near nightfall.
(b) Near dawn.
(c) At dusk.
(d) When it is dark.

4. What is Rufe Jones wearing over his shoulders when the lawmen approach the cave with the rabbits?
(a) Jacket.
(b) Blanket.
(c) Coat.
(d) Rug.

5. Where is Marshall Farmer hurt when he grabs the pistol Ollerenshaw is about to shoot at Martin?
(a) Shoulder.
(b) Elbow.
(c) Chest.
(d) Hands.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 5, about how far above the creek is the uppermost indent in the the rock face rather like a ladder rung?

2. As Roscoe offers the sheriff a cut of $20,000, who does Silas see walking across the creek?

3. What color is Martin's hair?

4. How many feet of embankment is there between the cliff wall and the creek?

5. How long have Silas and the marshal been traveling in the woods when they come upon the ravine?

(see the answer key)

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