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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Old Man, Pages 113 - 148.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following animals is NOT one that the convict hunts to feed the refugee woman while they are living on their "island"?
(a) Fish.
(b) Rabbits.
(c) Possums.
(d) Snakes.

2. What do the farmers believe is the biggest benefit of purchasing a Texas horse?
(a) They are strong.
(b) They live long lives.
(c) They are easily broken.
(d) They are cheap.

3. What part of Henry's body is broken during the wild horse stampede?
(a) His leg.
(b) His rib.
(c) His arm.
(d) His nose.

4. What food item is the pregnant refugee given, which disturbs the convict?
(a) A tin of milk.
(b) A head of cheese.
(c) A loaf of bread.
(d) A basket of eggs.

5. What part of Hipps' clothing outfit is split in half by a wild horse during the auction?
(a) His pants.
(b) His hat.
(c) His shoe.
(d) His vest.

Short Answer Questions

1. How much money is Flem Snopes ordered to pay back to the Armstid family?

2. Who does Ratcliff harass, thinking he knows the truth about the origins of the wild horses?

3. Who or what does the tall convict blame for motivating him in crime?

4. What does the fat convict claim he grabbed onto in order to save himself when his boat overturned?

5. What crime(s) did the fat convict plead guilty to during his trial?

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