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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Johnny’s advisor suggest he look for a small town in need of a doctor?
(a) Chicago has grown very dangerous as of late, so Johnny would be safer in a small town.
(b) Johnny is considered a kind man but not much of a doctor.
(c) Johnny prefers general medicine, so a small town would be a perfect fit.
(d) There are too many students graduating from med school and not enough positions to fill.

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

3. Why does Phil initially not take George’s behavior towards Mrs. Gordon too seriously?
(a) He has never been interested in a woman before.
(b) He has never mentioned her.
(c) He has never brought her to the ranch.
(d) He has made it clear he does not have intentions to marry anyone.

4. When guests arrive early and more than a little drunk to the Red Mill, how does George save the day?
(a) He acts as their server.
(b) He tells them to leave.
(c) He entertains them with jokes.
(d) He takes away their booze.

5. What is included in Peter’s scrapbook?
(a) Drawings and pictures of events that have taken place.
(b) Pictures of his family.
(c) His dreams of affluence and comfort he has for his parents.
(d) His favorite animals.

6. When Phil sees the cowhands flirting with the women, what does he wish?
(a) They would leave the women alone.
(b) Whatever makes him different than them did not exist.
(c) He could find a woman of his own.
(d) He was more comfortable around women.

7. Chapter V begins when George finds Rose crying. How does he respond?
(a) He pats her arm to offer some comfort.
(b) He gives her a hug.
(c) He begins to cry as well.
(d) He coughs nervously and leaves her alone.

8. What is wrong with the windmill mentioned at the beginning of Chapter II?
(a) It is always spinning too fast and causes fear that it will fly off.
(b) It is facing the wrong way, so it can never catch the wind.
(c) It will not turn, therefore it does not serve any purpose.
(d) It long ago detached itself and serves no purpose but to squeak and annoy neighbors.

9. How does Rose respond when she learns she will be playing the piano for the governor and his wife?
(a) She is a bit nervous.
(b) She secretly panics.
(c) She cannot believe her luck.
(d) She is excited.

10. Why do sissies bother Phil?
(a) He worries they will turn everyone into sissies.
(b) He knows he is one.
(c) He does not understand why they cannot be normal.
(d) He fears them.

11. What is NOT mentioned regarding Phil’s ability to see, as described in Chapter IV?
(a) Footprints in the snow.
(b) Fish hiding behind rocks.
(c) The hearts of others.
(d) Camouflaged animals.

12. What does Peter excitedly eat with George, prior to the wedding?
(a) A burger and fries.
(b) Red beans and rice.
(c) Chili con carne.
(d) Tacos.

13. Why does Phil wonder if George remembered the snow chains for his tires?
(a) George's tires are worn out and need to be replaced.
(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 has a tendency to forget the snow chains.

14. How does Phil feel when he learns that George has married Rose?
(a) He is happy.
(b) He is concerned.
(c) He is in shock.
(d) He is not surprised.

15. How does Peter feel at his new school and boarding house?
(a) He is homesick.
(b) He is content.
(c) He is bored.
(d) He is nervous.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Phil feel when he imagines George caressing Rose?

2. Why is Herndon even busier than usual on the day George and Rose come to town?

3. What does George want to buy Rose?

4. When Burbank family members used to bring friends from out east, what does Phil know is the purpose of these visits, especially the women?

5. What does Rose admit to George about her feelings for him?

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