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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the name of Tom's sister?
(a) Lila.
(b) Rose.
(c) Susan.
(d) Savannah.

2. Tom's story is set against the backdrop of which war?
(a) World War II.
(b) Vietnam War.
(c) The Korean War.
(d) World War I.

3. What does Tom read in the waiting room of Dr. Lowenstein's office?
(a) A book of paintings reminiscent of his own childhood.
(b) A diploma of Dr. Lowenstein's hanging on the wall.
(c) A magazine about childhood emotional disorders.
(d) A book of Savannah's poetry.

4. Tom recalls a time during his________ year when he killed a bald eagle.
(a) Fifth.
(b) Tenth.
(c) Twentieth.
(d) Fifteenth.

5. How does Luke feel about New York City?
(a) He feels that this evil city is no place for his little sister.
(b) He disagrees with Tom that urban life is more interesting than Southern gallantry.
(c) He feels that this sophisticated metropolis is the perfect place for his sister.
(d) He is fascinated by the feminists he encounters in New York.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Henry light a candle at the statue of the Infant of Prague?

2. How does Tom characterize himself in relation to the other Wingo children?

3. How many children do Tom and his wife have?

4. What does Tom promise to tell Dr. Lowenstein during dinner?

5. Tom describes his father as a ________.

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