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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Ralph's doctor advise him to move out west?
(a) To become more independent.
(b) To get a good job.
(c) To learn the dude ranch business.
(d) To get plenty of healing sunshine.

2. Ralph learns about how a man should react ___________________.
(a) during a crisis.
(b) as he gets bad news.
(c) if he is in love.
(d) as the horse falls.

3. Where did Ralph work during the war?
(a) Tire factory.
(b) Bakery.
(c) Hospital.
(d) Munitions plant.

4. Ralph does not want to buy the car because if has flaky paint and __________________.
(a) a broken spring.
(b) flat tires.
(c) no exhaust pipe.
(d) a dead battery.

5. What does the person in #25 show Ralph?
(a) The actors' trailers.
(b) The sound equipment.
(c) The cafeteria.
(d) The places for the horse falls.

6. Where is Ralph forced to sleep when his money runs out?
(a) The stockyards.
(b) A church.
(c) The bus terminal.
(d) A mission.

7. Who had coached Ralph on which questions to ask?
(a) Mr. Larsen.
(b) Mr. Denali.
(c) Dr. Lawson.
(d) Mrs. Fiely.

8. What does the mechanic agree to do for Ralph and Lonnie?
(a) Let them use his garage and tools.
(b) Give them four new tires for free.
(c) Fix the car for a low fee.
(d) Give them both jobs.

9. What has happened to the people in #34 by the next morning?
(a) They are all hung over.
(b) They are sick from food poisoning.
(c) They are polishing their guns.
(d) They are getting hair and makeup done.

10. The movie company is looking for whom for the stunt in #31?
(a) Cowboys.
(b) Sharpshooters.
(c) Young boys.
(d) Pilots.

11. Why does Lonnie drive the car off the side of the road a few miles outside Phoenix?
(a) He swerves to avoid hitting a rabbit.
(b) He is so excited to be driving on the trip.
(c) He loses control on the wet roads.
(d) He is blinded by the sun in his eyes.

12. Who helps Lonnie work on the car?
(a) The mechanic.
(b) Ralph.
(c) Mr. Larsen.
(d) Ol' Joe.

13. What disease is Ralph diagnosed with?
(a) Cancer.
(b) Diabetes.
(c) Emphysema.
(d) Tuberculosis.

14. What does the conductor tell Ralph he should do if Ralph wants a job on a ranch?
(a) Build up his muscles.
(b) Use him as a reference.
(c) Learn how to lasso.
(d) Buy a car.

15. What does Mr. Larsen give to Ralph and Lonnie before they leave town?
(a) Groceries and supplies.
(b) Books and traveler's checks.
(c) Money and a map.
(d) Sandwiches and gas money.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Ralph know the man in #22?

2. Why is Ralph especially glad to get the movie set job?

3. What does Ralph accidentally break during the night?

4. When do Ralph and Lonnie get back on the road after repairing the car?

5. What city is Ralph in at the beginning of Chapter 5?

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