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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 excuse does Moran give as to why he invited McQuaid to the celebration?
(a) So McQuaid would leave the house.
(b) Because he missed McQuaid.
(c) So McQuaid wouldn't be so lonely.
(d) So McQuaid wouldn't drink himself stupid at the fair.

2. What seems to be foreshadowed about Moran's health in the first few paragraphs of the book?
(a) Moran has an inccurrable illness.
(b) Moran is getting stronger.
(c) Moran is growing weaker.
(d) Moran is losing his mind.

3. Moran fought for the IRA in the war. What does IRA stand for?
(a) Irish Rebel Alliance.
(b) International Rebel Alliance.
(c) Irish Republican Army.
(d) International Republican Army.

4. How are the daughters reacting to Moran's possible death?
(a) Panicking.
(b) Uncaring.
(c) Nervous.
(d) Excited.

5. After what event does Moran have trouble adjusting?
(a) The loss of his first wife.
(b) The war.
(c) His house burning down.
(d) His kids moving away.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who helps Rose sneak something into the wardrobe?

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

3. What is the relationship between Rose and Moran?

4. How does Moran explain life during the war compared to his life now?

5. What word best explains how Moran is acting in regards to his own possible death?

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