Family Adventures at the Creek

The family embarks on a journey across the prairie, facing challenges like crossing a creek. Despite the danger, they manage to cross safely, but their dog Jack is left behind. The family reflects on their loss and continues their journey, learning to cope with the challenges of the wild.

What was the initial reaction of Pat and Patty as they began their journey?

• They were reluctant to move.

• They moved slowly and hesitantly.

• They trotted briskly as if glad.

• They refused to move.

What dilemma did Pa face at the divided road?

• Which horse to ride.

• Whether to stop for the night.

• Which road was more traveled.

• Whether to go back home.

Why did Pa decide to go downhill?

• He thought it was safer.

• He wanted to avoid the sun.

• He believed the creek was that way.

• He wanted to explore the area.

What did Laura notice about the trees as they approached the creek?

• They were taller than expected.

• They were no taller than bushes.

• They were covered in snow.

• They were all dead.

What surprised Laura in the bottomlands?

• The number of people.

• The presence of a river.

• The absence of the creek.

• The lack of wildlife.

How did the deer react to the wagon?

• They attacked the wagon.

• They turned their heads curiously.

• They ignored it completely.

• They ran away immediately.

What was Pa's concern about the creek?

• It was too shallow.

• It was too high.

• It was too cold.

• It was too narrow.

What did Ma do when the wagon started crossing the creek?

• She jumped out of the wagon.

• She pulled a blanket over the girls.

• She sang a song.

• She took over the reins.

What was Laura's reaction during the creek crossing?

• She was excited and wanted to see.

• She was asleep.

• She was indifferent.

• She was angry.

What did Pa do to help the horses during the crossing?

• He held onto Pet's bridle.

• He let them swim freely.

• He shouted at them.

• He tied them to the wagon.