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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 11, Midnight Appointments.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the first scene in the novel, Angela is awakened by ____.
(a) A cat meowing.
(b) Rain.
(c) The sound of a lawn mower.
(d) Moonlight through the window.

2. How does Roland initially act toward Angela in Chapter 9?
(a) He is polite.
(b) He is hostile and rude.
(c) He tells her he is glad to meet her.
(d) He smiles.

3. What is Tycho's response to Angela's plan regarding her father?
(a) Tycho doesn't like the idea and refuses to help.
(b) Tycho says that the plan is just plain silly.
(c) Tycho doesn't like the idea at all.
(d) Tycho thinks Angela will not be satisfied until she finds out the truth, so he supports her plan.

4. Chapter 3 reveals that Tycho's mother is effectively the head of the household. Why?
(a) Mr. Potter is disabled because of an accident.
(b) Mr. Potter is mentally ill.
(c) Mrs. Potter is overbearing and controlling, and no one will stand up to her, including Mr. Potter.
(d) Mr. Potter is rarely home.

5. Richard tells his father that both he and Tycho feel _____ toward Africa.
(a) Affection.
(b) Love.
(c) Jealousy.
(d) Hatred.

Short Answer Questions

1. As Tycho hangs up the phone after the late night call while his family is at the party, what startles him?

2. What philosopher does Tycho mention in Chapter 4?

3. While Tycho and his mother are talking in the kitchen, what is his mother doing?

4. Angela's mother says she couldn't stay with Angela's father because ____.

5. While Angela and Dido are discussing whether being exposed to loud music is good or bad, what view does Dido take?

(see the answer key)

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