Little Willie's Encounter with Clifford Snyder

Little Willie encounters Clifford Snyder, who claims taxes are owed on the farm. Snyder, armed and confrontational, insists on entering the house. Inside, Little Willie finds his grandfather unresponsive and learns about unpaid taxes. Discovering old tax letters, Little Willie realizes they owe $500. Snyder threatens to take the farm if the debt isn't paid, leaving Little Willie in distress.

What was Little Willie's initial reaction to the mysterious voice?

• He ignored it.

• He shouted back.

• He froze in place.

• He ran away.

How did Clifford Snyder introduce himself?

• As a tax collector.

• As a state representative.

• As a city official.

• As a farmer.

What was Clifford Snyder holding when he first appeared?

• A briefcase.

• A flashlight.

• A small derringer.

• A letter.

What did Clifford Snyder demand regarding Searchlight?

• To tie Searchlight up.

• To leave Searchlight outside.

• To let Searchlight inside.

• To feed Searchlight.

What was Little Willie doing while Clifford Snyder was talking about the law?

• Arguing with Snyder.

• Combing his grandfather's hair.

• Writing a letter.

• Listening intently.

What did Clifford Snyder accuse Little Willie's grandfather of not paying?

• Utility bills.

• Taxes.

• Mortgage.

• Insurance.

What did Little Willie find in the strongbox?

• Tax letters.

• Old photographs.

• Money.

• Jewelry.

How many years did the tax letters go back?

• Five years.

• Ten years.

• Fifteen years.

• Twenty years.

What was the total amount owed in taxes?

• $600

• $400

• $300

• $500

What did Clifford Snyder threaten to do if the taxes were not paid?

• Take the farm.

• Call the police.

• Imprison Little Willie.

• Report to the mayor.