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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Everything That Rises Must Converge.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How long did Mason Tarwater spend in the mental institution before his release?
(a) 16 years.
(b) 2 years.
(c) 4 years.
(d) 8 years.

2. Why does the pitchman become angry with the young girl accompanying the blind preacher?
(a) Because she is handing out flyers.
(b) Because she is cursing.
(c) Because she is wearing a bathing suit.
(d) Because she is threatening his customers.

3. What color shoes is the woman wearing who agrees with Julian's mother about the integration of the bus system?
(a) Black.
(b) White.
(c) Blue.
(d) Red.

4. How does Parker's wife react when she sees the new tattoo on Parker's back?
(a) She is pleased.
(b) She is confused.
(c) She is terrified.
(d) She is outraged.

5. What does Motes use to blind himself?
(a) A slingshot.
(b) Hot coals.
(c) Quicklime.
(d) A spoon.

Short Answer Questions

1. What nationality are the women that Mr. Greenleaf's sons married?

2. As a young boy, what did Motes want to be when he grew up?

3. What type of bushes completely overtook Mason's house and yard?

4. Which of the following adjectives best describes Mr. Greenleaf's children?

5. What is all over the porch floor when Motes arrives home?

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