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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 16.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Billy characterize Tahlequah when talking with his father in Chapter 6?
(a) As exciting.
(b) As confusing.
(c) As wonderful.
(d) As unpleasant.

2. What event helps Mama understand why Billy is determined to cut down "The Big Tree"?
(a) Old Dan's return to the tree during the night.
(b) Billy's aching muscles.
(c) Little Ann's return to the tree during the night.
(d) Billy's faith in God.

3. After Billy's dogs have treed their first raccoon, who arrives later in the day to check on Billy?
(a) Mama.
(b) Billy's grandfather.
(c) Papa.
(d) His older sister.

4. What criteria must all entrants into the hunting contest in Chapter 14 meet?
(a) They must be seasoned hunters.
(b) They need to have caught a certain number of raccoons.
(c) They must be at least 18 years old.
(d) They only have to pay a registration fee.

5. What happens to Grandpa as the dogs chase their second raccoon?
(a) He is stricken by laughter.
(b) He becomes ill.
(c) He falls into the river.
(d) He is unable to keep up with the group.

Short Answer Questions

1. What prevents Billy's parents from buying him the puppies he wants?

2. What secret does Billy's grandfather keep for him?

3. Why does the unnamed man in Chapter 1 leave his gate open?

4. Where will Billy need to pick up his puppies?

5. How much is Billy able to earn per coonskin?

(see the answer key)

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