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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Jilting of Granny Weatherall.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Granny flick from Dr. Harry’s grasp at the beginning of the story?
(a) Hair
(b) Wrist
(c) Elbow
(d) Hand

2. Why does Granny want to send something to Sister Borgia?
(a) For the Abbey’s garden
(b) For her dyspepsia
(c) For her gout
(d) For her garden

3. After thinking about Cornelia’s lampshades, how does Granny describe Dr. Harry?
(a) Like a ghost
(b) Like a saint
(c) Like a devil
(d) Like an angel

4. When did Granny see Dr. Harry that day?
(a) Afternoon
(b) At breakfast
(c) Morning
(d) At lunch

5. What is on the table by Granny’s bed?
(a) Linen cover, candle, and a crucifix
(b) Linen cover, Bible, and rosary
(c) Books
(d) Pictures

Short Answer Questions

1. As Granny thinks and tries to nap, how does she describe the day?

2. How are Dr. Harry’s fingers described at the beginning of the story?

3. What does Granny plan to go through tomorrow?

4. What color is the tall dresser in the room where Granny is?

5. How many acres did Granny fence in once?

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