Traveling Mercies: Some Thoughts on Faith | Short Question Answer Key

Short Answer Key

Overture: Lily Pads

1. What part of her life does the author talk about at length?

Her childhood

2. Anne is the child of ______________.

atheists

3. What does Anne like to do?

Attend church

4. Who raised Anne's father?

Missionaries in Tokyo

5. What does Anne say about her parents and their friends?

They are intellectuals

6. According to Anne's parents, only the ______________ believe.

ignorant

7. Why does Anne say she always prayed at night?

She knew someone was listening.

8. Who is Anne's best friend while growing up?

Shelly

9. Where does Anne's family live during the time her parents' marriage is falling apart?

A castle

10. What does Anne see at the parties her parents host?

Inappropriate behavior between people who are not married to each other

11. On what do Anne's parents blame for the behavior in #10?

Alcohol

12. What is common...
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