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The Testament Quiz

John Grisham
This Study Guide consists of approximately 52 pages of chapter summaries, quotes, character analysis, themes, and more - everything you need to sharpen your knowledge of The Testament.

The Testament Quiz

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1)

What is his state after drinking? (from Chapters 16-18)

He doesn't drink.
He is feeling guilty.
He feels great.
He is naked, intoxicated and unconscious.
2)

What does Nate hope to do with his children? (from Chapters 46-48)

Make amends and then let them go.
Gain their trust and affection.
Become a mentor of sorts.
He is not sure.
3)

What is the state of mind of the Phelan heirs after Troy's will is read? (from Chapters 19-21)

Distraught.
Happy.
Confused.
Despondent.
4)

What does the Judge read aloud? (from Chapters 16-18)

A pre-will statement from Troy.
An admonishment for order in the court.
A statement about the probate process.
Troy's holographic will.
5)

What does Rachel change her last name to after graduation from medical school? (from Chapters 19-21)

Laneley.
Davies.
Porter.
Johnson.
6)

Who is trying to enlist the aid of other expert witnesses who could refute the testimony of the first panel? (from Chapters 25-27)

Josh.
The family's lawyers.
Nate.
Rachel.
7)

What does Nate think is the cause of his poor relationships with his family? (from Chapters 46-48)

His ex-wife.
Incompatibility.
His demanding children.
Nate himself.
8)

With what amount do the lawyers counter? (from Chapters 49-52)

15 million.
100 million.
50 million.
30 million.
9)

Where are the two men at the end of Chapter 26? (from Chapters 22-24)

Back in the village.
On their way to the mountains.
Back at Fernando's trading post.
Totally lost.
10)

Why do they shed tears? (from Chapters 19-21)

Because they didn't know they had another relative.
For the way Troy kills himself.
For the loss of lots of money.
For Troy's death.
11)

What does TJ do? (from Chapters 34-36)

Calls his mother to get her advice.
Nothing.
Hits his brother.
Fires his lawyers and adds his suit to that of Rex's.
12)

Why is it difficult to speak to the first Indians they encounter? (from Chapters 25-27)

They do not speak any Portuguese.
They are women and children who are not allowed to speak to strangers.
They speak too fast.
They just stare at the men.
13)

Why does Jevy have to rock the boat? (from Chapters 19-21)

To get the water out of it.
To get it off shore where it was stuck.
To settle the outboard motor.
To reset the propeller.
14)

To where does Nate retreat for time to think? (from Chapters 37-39)

The Stafford family cottage on Chesapeake Bay.
To a mountain retreat in Montana.
A house in Nassau.
The Adirondacks.
15)

What happens to an heir that contests the will? (from Chapters 16-18)

Nothing.
That heir recieves 1/2 of the original amount.
The heir has to come up with 10 good reasons the will should be changed.
That heir receives nothing.
16)

What does Hark tell the other lawyers of Troy's family? (from Chapters 31-33)

That Snead is willing to testify on their behalf.
That he thinks they should "throw in the towel."
That there are two other illegitimate children wanting money.
That Snead is unwilling to testify.
17)

What is Josh doing for Nate? (from Chapters 37-39)

Cleaning up Nate's obligations so he can retire with dignity.
Advising him about investments so he can retire comfortably.
Giving him a generous percentage of the lawyer fees.
Recommending him for a partnership.
18)

Who does Josh call to find out about Nate? (from Chapters 28-30)

Sara.
Nella.
His South American contact, Valdir.
Reva.
19)

What does a second letter say? (from Chapters 43-45)

It is from Nate saying he really needs to see Rachel because he wants to marry her.
It tells Neva of Nate and his interaction with Rachel about the will.
It is a disposition of the will from the judge.
It is from Max pleading with Rachel to give up her rights to Troy's money.
20)

What does Josh offer each heir to settle? (from Chapters 49-52)

5 million.
10 million.
25 million.
Nothing.
21)

Where does Nate think Rachel is? (from Chapters 22-24)

He has no idea.
In Sao Paulo.
Back in Quinto.
At the base of a mountain range a long way from there.
22)

As they are leaving the village, by what is Nate plagued? (from Chapters 31-33)

Headache and achy joints.
Withdrawal symptoms.
TB.
Irrational fears.
23)

What thought occurs to Nate? (from Chapters 25-27)

That Rachel might go with him to New York.
That he might decide to stay in the jungle with Rachel.
That he could die in Pantanal.
That Rachel must be have crazy to live in this area.
24)

What do all the lawyers sign? (from Chapters 31-33)

Nolo contendre plea.
An affadavit hiring Hark.
Paperwork for a loan.
Nothing.
25)

What is happening back in the States? (from Chapters 16-18)

It is time to read Troy's will.
Troy's family have tried to find and destroy Troy's most recent will.
Troy has finally come out of his coma.
Troy tells Josh to continue pretending Troy is dead.
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