The Yearling - Chapter 23 Quiz

Why does Baxter refuse to use poison against the wolves?

Question Answer Choices He is afraid of poisoning his own family He does not want innocent creatures to be poisoned He thinks poison is too expensive He believes the wolves will avoid the poison

Why does Jody think the wolves will attack Flag?

Question Answer Choices Because Flag is making too much noise Because Flag is too weak to defend itself Because the wolves are desperate for food Because his father is wrong about using poison

Why does Jody feel angry about Oliver?

Question Answer Choices Because he has lost Oliver to a girl Because Oliver left without saying goodbye Because Oliver didn't help with the wolves Because Oliver took his belongings

What does Jody do while Baxter goes to the Forresters?

Question Answer Choices Tends to the injured calf Sets traps for the wolves Goes with Baxter Protects the farm

Who kills one of the wolves during the attack?

Question Answer Choices Julia Ora Baxter Jody

What do the Forresters want to do about the wolves?

Question Answer Choices Trap them Poison them Scare them away Shoot them

How does Ora react to the wolves' attack?

Question Answer Choices She helps Baxter shoot the wolves She hides inside the house She calls Baxter a coward She sets out poison for the wolves

What does Jody hear his father tell Ora at night?

Question Answer Choices Twink Weatherby has joined Oliver in Boston The wolves have returned They need more ammunition Flag is in danger

What does Jody think about his father's decision not to use poison?

Question Answer Choices He thinks his father is wrong He is indifferent to the decision He agrees with his father He is unsure about the decision

Why does Lem threaten to kill Twink and Oliver?

Question Answer Choices Because they set the wolves on his farm Because they stole his livestock Because Twink joined Oliver in Boston Because they took his supplies