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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2: The Big House - Arlette's Stories.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does Father die?
(a) In the ravine by the train tracks.
(b) In his car.
(c) In the river that flows under Main Street.
(d) In bed.

2. How does Alice become an orphan?
(a) Her father leaves and Mother dies in a car crash.
(b) Father is institutionalized and Mother leaves for Florida.
(c) Her father dies and Mother is institutionalized.
(d) Both her parents are hit by a bus.

3. What does Uncle Billy do to some of Nonna's valuable pictures?
(a) He writes his name on the back.
(b) He has them framed for her.
(c) He rehangs them in her bedroom.
(d) He sells them at a pawn shop and gives her the money.

4. What best describes Walter and Mother's relationship?
(a) Troubled.
(b) Dismissive.
(c) Passionate.
(d) Supportive.

5. What does Mother do that embarrasses Alice when she visits her at the San?
(a) Sits on a piano and sings.
(b) Laughs like a crazy woman.
(c) Cries in public.
(d) Introduces Alice as "my sister."

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Alice allowed to do with Mother's possessions as they are unpacked?

2. What happens to Walter?

3. Where does Alice go with Aunt Frances and Uncle Billy for an annual trip?

4. What does Alice worry will harm Arthur?

5. Why does Aunt Frances say that Alice should call her rather than the nurses?

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