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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4, "The Pope Speaks".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. James Carroll reminisces on experiences as a young boy growing up in what city?
(a) New York City.
(b) Chicago, IL.
(c) Richmond, VA.
(d) Washington, D.C.

2. How is Joe's father, "Dike" Carroll, occasionally employed?
(a) As a janitor in a South Side ward house.
(b) As a body guard.
(c) As a butler in a South Side ward house.
(d) As a sailor on Lake Michigan.

3. How does Joe feel about leaving the seminary?
(a) He is unsure.
(b) He is confident.
(c) Like a disgrace.
(d) He is sad.

4. Where is the Chapel located?
(a) On the south side of the Potomac River.
(b) On the west side of the Potomac River.
(c) On the north side of the Potomac River.
(d) On the east side of the Potomac River.

5. What does James learn about religious faith?
(a) It involves suffering and unhappiness.
(b) It helps one understand life.
(c) It brings families together.
(d) It is healing.

Short Answer Questions

1. Despite the cold, James is pleased this president does not do this.

2. In 1959, why does the Pope convene an Ecumenical Council?

3. Where does the author secretly throw his Georgetown University prize?

4. Who does James feel shame to admit is his childhood neighbor on Generals' Row?

5. What type of student is James in high school?

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