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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. With whom has Milton been having an affair for many years?
(a) Deborah Brackman.
(b) Dolly Bonner.
(c) Doris Bowman.
(d) Dorothy Barton.

2. Who was Dolly's ex-husband?
(a) Sclater.
(b) Sam.
(c) Steven.
(d) Seth.

3. 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.

4. Who had bound and gagged Maudie?
(a) Patricia and Buster.
(b) Peyton and Boomer.
(c) Peyton and Buster.
(d) Pamela and Bulldog.

5. What is Maudie's condition that keeps her mother preoccupied with her?
(a) She has Multiple Sclerosis.
(b) She has epilepsy.
(c) She is a diabetic.
(d) She is developmentally delayed.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why did Helen think Milton invited the Bonners to their home so often?

2. What is the state of the Loftis' marriage?

3. In what year does the novel open?

4. What does Mr. Casper do to the hearse at the beginning of Chapter 2?

5. What position did Helen adopt in life?

(see the answer key)

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