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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was one of the reasons Helen thought Milton would destroy their family?
(a) His affairs.
(b) His lack of love for her.
(c) His unemployment.
(d) His drinking problem.

2. Where is the train at the beginning of Chapter 2?
(a) It has not left its departure station.
(b) It is stalled two miles from the station.
(c) It is at the station.
(d) It has come and gone.

3. Where does the Loftis family live?
(a) Port Warwick, Virginia.
(b) Savannah, Georgia.
(c) San Diego, California.
(d) Greensboro, North Carolina.

4. Why did Helen think Milton invited the Bonners to their home so often?
(a) He wanted to irritate Helen.
(b) He wanted Mr. Bonner's business.
(c) He was desperate for some laughter in the house.
(d) He was attracted to Dolly.

5. Where does Dolly find Milton?
(a) A bar.
(b) A newspaper stand.
(c) A diner.
(d) A phone booth.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where was Milton's daughter living when she wrote him the letter that he reads while waiting at the train station?

2. Whose face did Helen slap after Maudie was found bound and gagged?

3. How can Dolly best be characterized?

4. In what year does the novel open?

5. Who was Milton's favorite child?

(see the answer key)

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