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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters X - XI.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Rose allow the Indians to do?
(a) Come in for a quick meal.
(b) Stop and rest for a bit.
(c) Camp on their land.
(d) Stay in the main house.

2. What does Phil think when he learns that George has been talking to Mrs. Gordon?
(a) Life as he knew it might soon be over.
(b) George is finally going to be happy.
(c) He will lose his best friend.
(d) Life is going to get much more exciting.

3. Who are Johnny’s patients?
(a) Wealthy ranchers.
(b) The local poor.
(c) His family and close friends.
(d) The majority of the townspeople of Beech.

4. As the day of the Governor’s visit grows closer, why does George not want to invite any other guests?
(a) He has bad memories of his parents’ parties.
(b) He does not want to show off.
(c) He is uncomfortable around other people.
(d) He does not like any of his neighbors.

5. Throughout the first section (Chapters i-III) of the book, how does George act when Phil tries to start a conversation with him?
(a) Angry.
(b) Confused.
(c) Surprised.
(d) Distant.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Phil feel about the dryland farmers?

2. How does the narrator describe the ranch house?

3. What does Rose admit about her piano playing to the Governor and his wife?

4. How do the townspeople of Beech react to the coming of the Burbank cattle drive?

5. What is Phil’s reaction to Rose’s unusual work of art?

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