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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 1 (pages 1 - 8).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What do Rose and her sister sneak into the house?
(a) A Franciscan robe.
(b) A musket from the war.
(c) A German shepherd.
(d) An ancient set of tea cups.

2. Moran's daughters plan a surprise revival of what special day?
(a) Moran and Rose's anniversary.
(b) Monaghan Day.
(c) Christmas Day.
(d) Moran's birthday.

3. The once strong Moran is now dealing with the irony of what?
(a) Becoming poor while his wife becomes rich.
(b) Growing weak while his family gets stronger.
(c) Fighting with family instead of enemies of war.
(d) Falling in love and needing to be sensitive.

4. Who helps Rose sneak something into the wardrobe?
(a) Her step-daughters.
(b) Her sister.
(c) She does it alone.
(d) Her mother.

5. What word best explains how Moran is acting in regards to his own possible death?
(a) Unnerved.
(b) Nervous.
(c) Anxious.
(d) Pathetic.

Short Answer Questions

1. Saying the Rosary is significant in what religion?

2. Which word best describes how Moran feels about half of his children moving away?

3. What does Moran shoot with his shotgun?

4. What topic threatens to sour the mood of Moran?

5. What seems to be foreshadowed about Moran's health in the first few paragraphs of the book?

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