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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 1, Childhood.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is the author of The Lifted Veil?
(a) Maya Angelou.
(b) Robert Louis Stevenson.
(c) George Eliot.
(d) William Faulkner.

2. Why is Latimer in Switzerland?
(a) To see new doctors.
(b) To become a landscaper.
(c) To complete his education.
(d) To start treatment.

3. What purpose does Latimer give to his life before he dies?
(a) Writing down the story of his life.
(b) None; he gives up.
(c) Trying to make up to those he has hurt.
(d) Revenge to all who have hurt him.

4. What age was the narrator when his mother died?
(a) Nine or ten.
(b) Six.
(c) Four or five.
(d) Seven or eight.

5. What is the purpose of the introduction?
(a) Give readers a complete history on brain tumors.
(b) Introduce readers to Latimer.
(c) Tell readers about the joy of life.
(d) Give background on Mrs. Archer.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Latimer examined by a phrenologist?

2. What subjects are private tutors hired to teach Latimer?

3. Why does Latimer like running water?

4. Which character can see their own death?

5. At what age does Latimer go to Switzerland?

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