9th Grade Post Test
The story of Wolfer Joe in the last boast is very captivating and offers us insight of what happens to him before he is hanged. The posttest below is designed to help review what you understand from the language used and the message of the book. Take it up and gauge yourselves.
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As he stood on the packing box, Wolfer Joe wanted to show that he
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A. felt sorry for his actions.
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B. was not afraid.
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C. did not care about anyone.
- D.
D. was proud of himself.
Correct Answer
B. B. was not afraid.Explanation
The correct answer is B. was not afraid. This is because the sentence mentions that Wolfer Joe stood on the packing box, indicating that he was displaying a fearless or brave attitude.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Wolfer Joe and his two companions were going to be hanged for
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Stealing cattle
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Robbing a bank.
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Stealing horses.
- D.
Murdering two miners.
Correct Answer
D. Murdering two miners.Explanation
The correct answer is murdering two miners. This can be inferred from the given information that Wolfer Joe and his two companions were going to be hanged for a crime they committed. Since the options provided are stealing cattle, robbing a bank, stealing horses, and murdering two miners, it can be concluded that the crime they committed was murdering two miners.Rate this question:
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As used in this story, the word farce means
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A ridiculous situation.
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An official election.
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A large group of men.
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A voting booth.
Correct Answer
A. A ridiculous situation.Explanation
The word "farce" is used in this story to describe a situation that is ridiculous. This implies that the situation is absurd, comical, or lacking in seriousness. The other options, such as "an official election," "a large group of men," and "a voting booth," do not accurately capture the meaning of the word as it is used in the story. Therefore, the correct answer is "a ridiculous situation."Rate this question:
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- 4.
Fourteen years earlier, who was Wolfer Joe supposed to meet at the fork in the trail?
- A.
Barney Gallagher
- B.
Annie
- C.
Pete Gossard
- D.
Knife Hilton
Correct Answer
B. AnnieExplanation
The correct answer is Annie. Based on the information given, Wolfer Joe was supposed to meet Annie at the fork in the trail fourteen years earlier.Rate this question:
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The story says that Wolfer Joe had foreseen
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How he would die.
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The man who would execute him.
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Where he would die.
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The time of his death.
Correct Answer
D. The time of his death.Explanation
The story indicates that Wolfer Joe had the ability to foresee his own death. This suggests that he knew when he would die, rather than knowing who would execute him, where he would die, or how he would die.Rate this question:
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At the end, who was the only man who won "grim respect" for the way he died?
- A.
Wolfer Joe
- B.
Barney Gallagher
- C.
Knife Hilton
- D.
Pete Gossard
Correct Answer
A. Wolfer JoeExplanation
Wolfer Joe was the only man who won "grim respect" for the way he died.Rate this question:
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This story takes place in the
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South during the Civil War
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West during the 1800s.
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Southern part of Texas.
- D.
"Suspicion watched the trail" is an example of
Correct Answer
B. West during the 1800s.Explanation
The given answer, "West during the 1800s," is the correct answer because the phrase "Suspicion watched the trail" suggests a setting that is associated with the Wild West era. This phrase evokes images of cowboys, outlaws, and lawlessness, which were characteristic of the American West during the 1800s. The mention of the South during the Civil War and the southern part of Texas do not align with the phrase and do not provide any clues to support those options as the correct answer. Therefore, the answer "West during the 1800s" is the most fitting based on the given information.Rate this question:
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- 8.
"Suspicion watched the trail" is an example of
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Irony.
- B.
Personification.
- C.
Simile.
- D.
Metaphor.
Correct Answer
B. Personification.Explanation
The phrase "Suspicion watched the trail" gives human qualities to the abstract concept of suspicion by suggesting that it is capable of watching and observing. This is an example of personification, as it attributes human characteristics to a non-human entity.Rate this question:
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"Snuffling like a baby" is an example of
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Hyperbole.
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Irony.
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Simile.
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Personification.
Correct Answer
C. Simile.Explanation
"Snuffling like a baby" is an example of a simile because it compares the act of snuffling to that of a baby. A simile is a figure of speech that uses "like" or "as" to make a comparison between two different things. In this case, the comparison is made between the action of snuffling and the way a baby snuffles, emphasizing the similarity between the two.Rate this question:
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Pete Gossard called for a preacher because he
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Wanted to delay the hanging.
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Was a religious man.
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Had a plan to escape
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Wanted to be forgiven.
Correct Answer
A. Wanted to delay the hanging.Explanation
Pete Gossard called for a preacher because he wanted to delay the hanging. This suggests that he was trying to buy himself some more time before facing the consequences of his actions. By involving a preacher, he may have hoped to create a religious or spiritual atmosphere that could potentially convince others to postpone the execution. This action implies that Gossard was desperate to avoid the immediate punishment and was willing to explore any possible avenue to achieve this.Rate this question:
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- 11.
Wolfer Joe was "astonished" that he was going to hang because
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He never thought he would get caught.
- B.
Annie had promised she would not reveal where he was.
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His friends had always saved him before.
- D.
He had always expected to fight until the end.
Correct Answer
D. He had always expected to fight until the end.Explanation
The correct answer is "he had always expected to fight until the end." This is because the word "astonished" suggests that Wolfer Joe was surprised or shocked by the fact that he was going to hang. The other options provided do not relate to his feelings of astonishment, but rather focus on different reasons why he might not have expected to get caught or be in this situation.Rate this question:
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- 12.
The main purpose of the Vigilance Committee was to
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Enforce the law.
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Hold elections.
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Govern the town.
- D.
Protect the mines.
Correct Answer
A. Enforce the law.Explanation
The Vigilance Committee's main purpose was to enforce the law. This implies that the committee was responsible for ensuring that laws and regulations were upheld and that individuals who violated the law faced appropriate consequences. The committee likely played a role in maintaining order and safety within the community by actively monitoring and addressing any criminal activities or misconduct. Their focus on law enforcement suggests that they aimed to create a lawful and secure environment for the town's residents.Rate this question:
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What was the most important reason why Wolfer Joe could not stay in the settlements with Annie?
- A.
He was much older than she was.
- B.
She did not really love him.
- C.
He had to stay ahead of the law.
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Her father would have him arrested.
Correct Answer
C. He had to stay ahead of the law.Explanation
Wolfer Joe could not stay in the settlements with Annie because he had to stay ahead of the law. This suggests that he was involved in illegal activities or had committed a crime, which made it necessary for him to constantly evade capture by the authorities. Staying in the settlements would have put him at risk of being arrested and facing the consequences of his actions. Therefore, in order to ensure his own safety and freedom, he had to keep moving and stay away from places where he could easily be found by the law enforcement.Rate this question:
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Which saying best states a theme expressed in the first part of this story?
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"A penny saved is a penny earned."
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"Good things come to those who wait."
- C.
"Crime doesn't pay."
- D.
"Waste not want not."
Correct Answer
C. "Crime doesn't pay."Explanation
The saying "Crime doesn't pay" best states a theme expressed in the first part of the story. This theme implies that engaging in criminal activities may bring temporary benefits, but in the long run, it will not lead to true success or happiness. The story might have highlighted the consequences of committing a crime or portrayed a character who faced negative outcomes due to their criminal actions.Rate this question:
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Between 1850 and 1890, many thousands of Americans moved from the crowded eastern cities to the open lands of the est. (1) The miners was one of the first (2) groups, they went west to search for gold. Next came the (3) ranchers, which settled on the Great Plains to raise cattle. (4) Homesteaders and farmers followed. (5)Also, those homesteaders who settled on the prairies lived hard lives. There (6) weren't no trees on the prairie, so they found no wood for building houses. Many of the homesteaders built houses with bricks of sod. Choose the correct answer for (1) above.
- A.
The miner was
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The miners were
- C.
The miners are
- D.
Correct as is
Correct Answer
B. The miners wereExplanation
The correct answer is "The miners were." This is because the sentence is referring to a group of miners, which is a plural noun, so the verb "was" should be changed to "were" to match the subject.Rate this question:
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Choose the correct answer for (2) above.
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Groups. They
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Groups, they
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Groups; They
- D.
Correct as is
Correct Answer
A. Groups. TheyExplanation
The correct answer is "groups. They". This answer is correct because it uses the correct punctuation and capitalization. The use of a period after "groups" indicates the end of a sentence, and the capitalization of "They" indicates the start of a new sentence.Rate this question:
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Choose the correct answer for (3) above.
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Ranchers, that
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Ranchers, where
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Ranchers, who
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Correct as is
Correct Answer
C. Ranchers, whoExplanation
The correct answer is "ranchers, who." This is because the phrase "ranchers, who" is grammatically correct and makes sense in the context of the sentence. It indicates that the subject of the sentence is ranchers and provides additional information about them.Rate this question:
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Choose the correct answer for (4) above.
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Homesteaders also farmers followed.
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Homesteaders or farmers followed.
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Homesteaders followed by farmers
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Correct as is
Correct Answer
D. Correct as isExplanation
The given sentence "Homesteaders also farmers followed" is incorrect because it lacks proper punctuation and does not make grammatical sense. The correct answer is "Correct as is" because none of the other options provided offer a grammatically correct alternative.Rate this question:
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Choose the correct answer for (5) above.
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Also, them
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However, those
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In addition, those
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Correct as is
Correct Answer
B. However, those -
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Choose the correct answer for (6) above.
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Weren't any
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Were not no
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Wasn't no
- D.
Correct as is
Correct Answer
A. Weren't anyExplanation
The correct answer is "weren't any." This answer is grammatically correct and expresses the idea that there were no options or choices available. The other options, "were not no" and "wasn't no," are grammatically incorrect double negatives. "Correct as is" implies that the given answer is already correct and does not offer any alternative options.Rate this question:
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