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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What school does Jacob attend?
(a) Cambridge University.
(b) Cornell University.
(c) Notre Dame University.
(d) Duke University.

2. Who is kind to Jacob despite his foul mood at dinner?
(a) A female resident.
(b) The nurse.
(c) The guest from dinner.
(d) His wife.

3. What has changed between Chapter 1 and Chapter 2?
(a) The characters. Chapter 2 contains a new main character.
(b) The setting. Chapter 2 takes place in Jacob's past.
(c) The plot. Chapter 2 introduces a new conflict.
(d) The tone. Chapter 2 begins after a new tragedy in Jacob's life.

4. What kind of train does Jacob jump?
(a) A freight train.
(b) A passenger train.
(c) A circus train.
(d) A coal train.

5. What is Jacob told as he runs toward the big top?
(a) Jacob is told Marlena has been injured
(b) Jacob is told the animals are stampeding
(c) Jacob is told the police are raiding the train
(d) Jacob is told August is looking for him

Short Answer Questions

1. What holds Jacob's attention in class in Chapter 2?

2. What does Jacob see someone do to August at the end of the prologue?

3. Where does Jacob find Marlena?

4. What is Jacob's one pleasure at the assisted-living center?

5. Why is class interrupted?

(see the answer key)

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