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The Accidental Tourist Quiz

Anne Tyler
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The Accidental Tourist Quiz

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1)

What does Julian realize about Macon when he sees him at his childhood home? (from Chapter 6)

Macon is looking for a new place to live.
Macon is not at home because of all the construction.
Macon is not at home because Sarah has left him.
Macon is recovering from his broken leg and not because Sarah has left him.
2)

After Sarah leaves for her sculpture class, why is Macon distracted when he sits down to write? (from Chapter 19)

Macon is worried about Sarah's health.
Macon is thinking about Muriel.
Macon has writer's block.
Macon is wondering if Rose will take Julian back.
3)

What does Edward do when Muriel arrives for Edward's first lesson? (from Chapter 7)

He jumps on her.
He bites her.
He barks at her.
He lies down next to her.
4)

Why are Macon's siblings leery about Edward? (from Chapter 6)

Because Edward's food is so expensive.
Because Edward is so old.
Because Edward sheds on the furniture.
Because Edward is unruly and rough.
5)

Why is Muriel not at work when Macon calls? (from Chapter 7)

Because she's at lunch.
Because she quit.
Because her son is sick.
Because she is sick.
6)

What country does Grandfather Leary say he's sailing to? (from Chapter 9)

Luxembourg.
Lassaque.
Liberia.
Laos.
7)

Why does Rose move back in with her brothers? (from Chapter 19)

Because she had a fight with Julian.
Because Julian is away on business.
Because she and Julian broke up.
Because their lives are a mess since she got married.
8)

In Paris, what does Macon try to avoid? (from Chapter 20)

Tourist traps.
American restaurants.
Muriel.
Julian.
9)

What does Macon do after Sarah has left the restaurant? (from Chapter 8)

Macon asks the waiter to box his leftovers and drives home.
Macon pays for the bill and meets Sarah at her place.
Macon waits for Sarah to return with the car.
Macon finishes his dinner and calls Rose to pick him up.
10)

What sound should Macon make when Edward does something positive? (from Chapter 7)

Snap.
Clap.
Cluck.
Whistle.
11)

What does Mrs. Dugan tell Macon about Muriel's past? (from Chapter 13)

Mrs. Dugan tells him about Muriel's reconciliation with Norman.
Mrs. Dugan tells him about Muriel's college days and her joining a sorority.
Mrs. Dugan tells him about Muriel's swimming competitions.
Mrs. Dugan tells him about Muriel's unsavory boyfriends and lapses in judgment.
12)

What happens at the restaurant Macon goes to in New York? (from Chapter 9)

Macon has a panic attack.
Macon sees Sarah with another man.
Macon gets food poisoning.
Macon runs into Muriel.
13)

What does Edward do each time Muriel leaves after training? (from Chapter 7)

Growls.
Moans.
Runs.
Barks.
14)

What does Macon feel standing next to Sarah at Rose and Julian's wedding? (from Chapter 16)

Macon feels how natural and comfortable it is to be next to her.
Macon doesn't feel anything.
Macon feels how angry he still is with her.
Macon feels how awkward it is to be next to her.
15)

What is the main reason Macon keeps Edward? (from Chapter 6)

Edward belongs to Sarah.
Macon wants his company.
Edward is a good watchdog.
Edward belonged to Ethan.
16)

What is unsettling to Macon about Muriel? (from Chapter 12)

Muriel's youthfulness.
Muriel's ambition.
Muriel's bad temper.
Muriel's beauty.
17)

Why does Macon breathe a sigh of relief at Rose and Julian's wedding? (from Chapter 16)

Macon sees Muriel release herself from his mother's grasp.
Macon notices the weather getting better.
Macon sees that Sarah has also brought her new boyfriend.
Macon realizes he didn't forget to bring the ring.
18)

On their training expedition with Edward, what does Muriel ask Macon? (from Chapter 10)

To get another dog so that Edward won't be so lonely.
To stop calling her as she no longer wants to see him.
To come to dinner because it would be good for Alexander to spend time around a man.
To take a trip to Florida with her and Alexander.
19)

What does the plumber tell Sarah about the damage to the house? (from Chapter 18)

The damage will cost more than twice estimated.
The damage is not as bad as expected.
The damage is worse than expected.
The damage will require hiring more than one plumber.
20)

On the plane to Paris, what unexpected sight greets Macon? (from Chapter 20)

Sarah.
Muriel.
Julian.
Charles.
21)

According to Sarah, Macon is _______________. (from Chapter 8)

A great husband.
A jerk who never loved her.
The best friend she can hope for.
A dried up kernel of a man.
22)

Where does Muriel put Macon's hand when he spends the night at her house? (from Chapter 11)

On her belly, to show him her caesarean scar.
On her arm, to show him where a dog bit her.
On her leg, to show him a birth mark.
In her hand, so that she can hold it.
23)

What does Macon do when he wakes up from his dream about Grandfather Leary? (from Chapter 9)

Stays in bed for the rest of the day.
Gets up and takes Edward out.
Lays in bed for a while before getting up to make coffee.
Calls Sarah and asks her to come back.
24)

What does Macon teach Alexander to do? (from Chapter 12)

Mow the lawn.
Ride a bike.
Fix a leaky faucet.
Drive a car.
25)

How does Macon feel about writing the next series? (from Chapter 6)

He is not looking forward to all those hotels and restaurants.
He is excited about visiting new places.
He can't wait to get away from his family.
He wishes he can travel by train.
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