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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Homer's last name in the novel?
(a) Worthington.
(b) Larch.
(c) Stone.
(d) Wells.

2. After the prostitute dies, her daughter comes to see Dr. Larch and hands him a brown bottle that contains a solution promising to do what in Chapter 2?
(a) Cause miscarriages.
(b) Induce sleep.
(c) Cure cancer.
(d) Relieve headaches.

3. When was "The World According to Garp" published?
(a) 1943.
(b) 1965.
(c) 1978.
(d) 1958.

4. How many of John Irving's novels have been adapted to film?
(a) 10.
(b) 5.
(c) 7.
(d) 13.

5. When Homer reaches what age do the doctor and nurses fear he will learn about the abortions in Chapter 2?
(a) 16.
(b) 13.
(c) 17.
(d) 11.

Short Answer Questions

1. When was John Irving born?

2. In what state is "The Cider House Rules" set?

3. What is the name of the city where the orphanage is in "The Cider House Rules"?

4. When did John Irving win the Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay for his script "The Cider House Rules"?

5. As a graduation gift from high school, Wilbur's father bought him what?

(see the answer key)

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