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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 9 - 13.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What nickname does Eli’s father call their neighbor who has his horses stolen in Chapter Four?
(a) Shorty Poe.
(b) Gangster Poe.
(c) Syphilis Poe.
(d) Smallpox Poe.

2. What is Eli McCullough’s nickname in the novel?
(a) The Colonel.
(b) The Conquistador.
(c) Papa Bear.
(d) The Captain.

3. Who has been shot (presumably by the Garcias) in Chapter Six?
(a) Clint.
(b) Phineas.
(c) Glenn.
(d) Jonas.

4. How many bedrooms are described in Jeanne McCullough’s home in Chapter Two?
(a) 19.
(b) 12.
(c) 5.
(d) 23.

5. What is the name of Peter’s wife?
(a) Ella.
(b) Sally.
(c) Margaret.
(d) Susan.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Peter say was murdered in the night and his store looted in Chapter Nine?

2. How old is Peter in the diary entry from Chapter Three?

3. When was the Declaration of Texas Independence from Mexico ratified?

4. What is the name of Jeanne McCullough’s daughter?

5. What is the name that the Indians give to Eli McCullough during his captivity?

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