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Questions 1-5 of 29:

1.

What is the most significant fact about the wych elm that Hugo discusses at breakfast with Melissa and Toby? (from Chapter 6)

Its purported medicinal properties are surprisingly relevant to Hugo's illness.

It is a spiritually significant tree to Hugo and the whole Hennessy family.

It plays a role in ancient Greek mythology, of which Hugo is an amateur scholar.

It is over 200 years old, which makes its loss deeply saddening to Hugo.

2.

To what does Toby develop a significant addiction over the course of the novel? (from Chapter 12)

Xanax.

Alcohol.

Sleeping pills.

Cigarettes.

3.

Who discovers the skull in the backyard? (from Chapter 5)

Zach.

Sallie.

Hugo.

Susanna.

4.

How did Hugo want the family to deal with his remains? (from Chapter 4)

He wanted to be buried anywhere, as long as he was wearing his favorite sweater.

He wanted to be cremated and have his ashes scattered in Dublin bay.

He wanted to be buried in the family cemetery.

He wanted to be cremated and have his ashes scattered in the Ivy House garden.

5.

How does Toby know his friends Sean and Declan? (from Chapter 1)

They work together.

They went to high school together.

They are neighbors.

They are friends of Melissa.

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