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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through On His Own: The Light of the World.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what town did Nick grow up?
(a) Phillipsburg.
(b) Petoskey.
(c) Paducah.
(d) Pittsfield.

2. How does Nick get his father and uncle to return to camp?
(a) He texts them.
(b) He shoots his rifle into the air.
(c) He calls on his cell.
(d) He uses a duck call.

3. The story is a conflict between Nick's immaturity and the realization that ____________________.
(a) his mother is terminally ill.
(b) his father is going to war.
(c) all life eventually comes to an end.
(d) his girl friend no longer loves him.

4. Who is Nick with in this story?
(a) His father and brother.
(b) His father and cousin.
(c) His best friend.
(d) His father and uncle.

5. Who is the girl that Nick spends a lot of time with?
(a) Paula Mitchell.
(b) Pamela Mitchell.
(c) Prudence McKenzie.
(d) Prudence Mitchell.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the large prostitute that Nick and Tom run into at the bus station?

2. Where does Nick go in this story?

3. What is Nick's father's demeanor when he is recalled to camp?

4. Where do Nick and Tom go after leaving the bar?

5. What is the economic base of the town?

(see the answer key)

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