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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 Chapter 5, how far across is the narrowest point of the ravine?
(a) About 5 feet.
(b) About 6 feet.
(c) About 4 feet.
(d) About 7 feet.

2. When Silas attended school for a short time, with what did the teacher rap his hand?
(a) Ruler.
(b) Belt.
(c) Tree branch.
(d) Yardstick.

3. How many men does the marshal want Silas to tell Sheriff Burns to bring in Chapter 6?
(a) 20.
(b) 15.
(c) A dozen.
(d) Half a dozen.

4. In Chapter 8, how much does Silas remember his father earns for a boot?
(a) 50 cents.
(b) 25 cents.
(c) $1.25.
(d) $1.

5. Where does the ghost of the sheriff's sister tell Silas that she left their mother's plum pudding for him?
(a) Spring.
(b) Ice box.
(c) Bread box.
(d) Cellar.

Short Answer Questions

1. When was Silas stuck by lightning?

2. In Chapter 4, what food does Silas bring back after collecting firewood?

3. What is the name of the town where Silas and his father live?

4. Where is Marshall Farmer hurt when he grabs the pistol Ollerenshaw is about to shoot at Martin?

5. How old was Silas when his father took him hunting once?

(see the answer key)

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