The Yearling - Chapter 28 Quiz

Why is the hunting poor in Chapter 28?

Question Answer Choices The Baxters are too busy with farming. The bears are preparing to hibernate and the deer are scarce. The weather is too harsh for hunting. The hunting season is over.

What is the weather like in January in Chapter 28?

Question Answer Choices It is a rainy January with frequent storms. It is a windy January with strong gusts. It is a cold January with heavy snowfall. It is a mild January, sometimes warm enough for Ora to sit on the porch and do her needlework in the sun.

Who cleared the fields for Baxter when he was sick in Chapter 28?

Question Answer Choices Rip Jody Buck Oliver

What crop does Baxter consider the most important in Chapter 28?

Question Answer Choices Wheat Tomatoes Corn Potatoes

What is Old Slewfoot's meat described as in Chapter 28?

Question Answer Choices Spicy Tough eating Tender Delicious

Why do the Baxters plant extra corn this year in Chapter 28?

Question Answer Choices They want to sell the extra corn at the market. They received special seeds from a neighbor. They have more land to cultivate this year. There never seems to be enough of it for the needs of the farm and its inhabitants.

What does Jody do when he sees the lame grey wolf in Chapter 28?

Question Answer Choices He hides inside the house. He starts to call his father but is mesmerized by the wounded animal playing familiarly with Rip. He immediately runs to get his father. He tries to scare the wolf away.

Why do the Forresters not visit the Baxters anymore in Chapter 28?

Question Answer Choices They have not come for their half of the bear meat in compensation for all the damage Old Slewfoot had done to their animals. They moved to a different town. They are too busy with their own farm. They had a disagreement with the Baxters.

What does Baxter plow at the end of January in Chapter 28?

Question Answer Choices The fields where he will plant the early crops The garden for vegetables The area for a new pasture The land for a new barn

How do the Baxters feel about the Forresters after the incident with Oliver in Chapter 28?

Question Answer Choices They think the Forresters are low for being willing to burn down a house assuming Oliver was in it. They are grateful to the Forresters for their help. They admire the Forresters for their bravery. They are indifferent towards the Forresters.