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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3, The Mentor.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Miller uses these stories about animals to illustrate what point in Chapter 2?
(a) To suggest the power of fathers in today's society.
(b) To find an explanation for his fatherlessness.
(c) To demonstrate the need for two-parent families in the United States.
(d) To explain the cause of fatherlessness in the United States.

2. The author wants the reader to encourage and relate to what type of men?
(a) Men with fathers.
(b) Men who are fathers.
(c) Men who grew up or are being raised without fathers.
(d) Men who are not yet fathers.

3. As a child, which animal does Miller most want to own?
(a) Horse.
(b) Dragon.
(c) Bird.
(d) Unicorn.

4. Miller asks for what from the reader?
(a) Commitment.
(b) Open mindedness.
(c) Sympathy.
(d) Patience.

5. The author uses the prologue to do which of the following?
(a) Discuss issues related to fathers who abandon their children.
(b) Explain his writing style.
(c) Tell the reader his life story.
(d) Discuss issues related to fatherless boys.

Short Answer Questions

1. Is Miller's concern with the social problem of all boys who grow up without fathers?

2. What group of people does Miller suggest are similar to orphaned elephants?

3. Who gives Miller the key to his new home?

4. What activity does Miller not enjoy until he begins college?

5. Who is Miller's intended audience?

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