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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 3-9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 4, what does the unnamed narrator say people expected initially in the investigation of Missy's death?
(a) The responsible party would be found quickly.
(b) That Miles would be arrested quickly.
(c) It would turn out to be a drunk driver.
(d) That an out-of-towner did it.

2. In Chapter 3, what item does Miles offer to buy for Sarah in exchange for her work with Jonah?
(a) A fan.
(b) An English textbook.
(c) A gross of crayons for the students.
(d) A meal out.

3. In Chapter 5, why does Miles think Missy's killer ran from the scene of the accident?
(a) He was afraid of Miles' wrath.
(b) He was unaware of what he had done.
(c) He was young and frightened.
(d) He was drunk or hit her intentionally to hurt Miles.

4. What treat does Sarah provide in Chapter 7 during her first tutoring session with Jonah?
(a) Twinkies.
(b) Cup cakes.
(c) Oreos.
(d) Ice cream.

5. In Chapter 7, what does Miles find himself wondering about Sarah?
(a) What her morning routine was like.
(b) The kind of men she was attracted to.
(c) What she looked like fresh from bed.
(d) The kind of movies she liked to watch.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 2, what does Sarah think New Bern is perfect for doing?

2. Where did Sarah live before moving to New Bern?

3. In Chapter 4, what excuse does the unnamed narrator suggest Miles might have made for Missy returning late the night of her death?

4. In Chapter 1, what does Jonah say is the difference between the work his new teacher, Miss Andrews, assigns as compared to his previous teacher, Mrs. Hayes?

5. In Chapter 1, what is Miles doing as he sits on his back porch?

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