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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is Smasher?
(a) The name of the bull on the ranch.
(b) One of Jody's dogs.
(c) Jody -- it's his nickname.
(d) Jody's pet cat.

2. When does Billy Buck first go into the ranch house every day?
(a) When it is time for daily prayer.
(b) When he discusses finances with the Tiflins.
(c) Whenever he wants to; he has a key.
(d) When Mrs. Tiflin rings the iron triangle.

3. How is Jody's character first described?
(a) As very naughty.
(b) As loud and obnoxious.
(c) As obedient and shy.
(d) As spoiled and rich.

4. What color hair does Jody Tiflin have?
(a) Brown.
(b) Red.
(c) Black.
(d) Blond.

5. How is Billy's horse often described?
(a) As nothing special to look at.
(b) As the most beautiful horse in the county.
(c) As looking almost exactly like Billy.
(d) As an average horse but with crazy eyes.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is a common breakfast in the Tiflin household?

2. How does Jody get to school?

3. What item did Carl and Billy get to go with the pony?

4. Where are pigs prepared for slaughter and slaughtered on the ranch?

5. Where does The Red Pony take place?

(see the answer key)

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