For each of the characters, Mattie, Rooster, and LaBoeuf, what was the purpose of their trip in the Indian Territory?

• A. Mattie wanted to bring Chaney to justice; Rooster was in search of the Pepper gang and could make extra money by capturing Chaney.
• B. All three sought leisure.
• C. LaBoeuf wanted to capture Chaney for Texas rewards; Mattie wanted to bring Chaney to justice; Rooster sought only to help Mattie.
• D. Their purposes were unrelated to Chaney.

Answer: (C)

The main idea here is understanding each character’s motivation for chasing Chaney in the Indian Territory.

Mattie is driven by a desire to see Chaney brought to justice for killing her father; her aim is to secure legal punishment through pursuit and capture.

LaBoeuf is motivated by the Texas reward on Chaney. He travels with that specific aim in mind—to capture Chaney and claim the reward.

Rooster Cogburn is there because Mattie hires him to help her. His purpose is to assist in the pursuit and ensure Chaney faces justice, rather than pursuing personal gain or rewards.

So the trio’s trip is shaped by distinct goals: Mattie seeking justice for her father, LaBoeuf seeking the Texas bounty, and Rooster offering his help to support Mattie’s cause.