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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters IV - VI.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How do the townspeople of Beech react to the coming of the Burbank cattle drive?
(a) Annoyed and irritated.
(b) They do not react at all.
(c) Excitedly and anxiously.
(d) Angry and helpless.

2. How is the Old Lady pleased by Rose?
(a) When Rose mentions George’s kindness.
(b) Rose sets a beautiful table.
(c) Rose is beautiful and sweet.
(d) Rose gives her a gift.

3. What attracts Johnny and Rose to Beech?
(a) They are under the belief the town will grow.
(b) They find the quaint town very charming and cozy.
(c) They really like the people they meet.
(d) They love the wild, open country.

4. Why does Phil wonder if George remembered the snow chains for his tires?
(a) George has a tendency to forget the snow chains.
(b) George will need the chains for the rough terrain.
(c) The snow is beginning to fall harder and harder while George is away.
(d) George's tires are worn out and need to be replaced.

5. Why does the Old Lady believe that she and the Old Gent should be present at George’s wedding?
(a) It might look funny if they are not there.
(b) They want to be supportive.
(c) She cannot wait to meet the bride-to-be.
(d) She wants to be there to give advice to both of them prior to the ceremony.

Short Answer Questions

1. How old is Phil at the start of the book?

2. When Phil and George’s parents moved to Salt Lake City, what is Phil slightly concerned would not happen?

3. What is Phil’s reaction when he sees that he has made Rose nervous and uncomfortable?

4. How does Phil find the entertainment of the men who put explosive devices in the anuses of young magpies?

5. Once the Gordons purchase the old hotel in Beech, how is it now known?

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