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While I Was Gone Quiz

Sue Miller
This Study Guide consists of approximately 44 pages of chapter summaries, quotes, character analysis, themes, and more - everything you need to sharpen your knowledge of While I Was Gone.

While I Was Gone Quiz

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1)

How much time passes between Jo and Daniel seeing each other at the airport and when they speak again? (from Chapter 6)

Three days.
A week.
Six months.
Three years.
2)

Jo wonders if the easiest thing to do would be to _____________________. (from Chapter 15)

Move out of state.
Get a divorce.
Separate for awhile.
Take a second honeymoon.
3)

Who brings Eli's dog to Jo's office? (from Chapter 7)

Eli.
Jean.
Cynthia.
Al.
4)

Who arrives at Jo's home in the evening? (from Chapter 6)

Her in-laws.
Her twin daughters.
Her book group members.
Trick-or-Treaters.
5)

What does Jo think Eli's demeanor is in her office? (from Chapter 7)

Uncertain.
Impatient.
Vulnerable.
Arrogant.
6)

Why did the couple who attended the holiday party not buy a home like Jo's? (from Chapter 9)

They are not fond of New England architecture.
They could not find one in good condition.
They wanted something smaller.
They like condo life better.
7)

What decision does Sadie make in Chapter 15? (from Chapter 15)

To change majors.
To dye her hair red.
To get an apartment.
To not come home for Spring Break.
8)

What does Jo's mother state that she always thought Jo would never learn? (from Chapter 15)

You need to forgive people who have hurt you.
She needed a financial planner.
You can't simply run away from hard times.
Daniel was the best thing that ever happened to Jo.
9)

Who is the last of Jo's daughters to arrive home for the holidays? (from Chapter 8)

Cass.
Sadie.
Mackenzie.
Nora.
10)

What does Jo explain to the person who brings the dog to the office? (from Chapter 7)

Organic pet food.
Dogs for the blind.
Options regarding the dog.
Her surgery costs.
11)

What does Daniel know when Jo had told him about Eli's killing Dana? (from Chapter 12)

Daniel can no longer trust Jo.
Daniel will have to report Eli to the police.
Jo probably had a part in Dana's murder.
Jo was going to have an affair with Eli.
12)

Jo's daughters feel that she is ________________ which hurts Jo's feelings. (from Chapter 9)

Secretive.
Cold.
Demanding.
Strict.
13)

What might be another reason Eli chose euthanasia for his dog besides the dog's quality of life? (from Chapter 7)

He is tired of having the dog around.
The dog would be an inconvenience for his schedule.
He is moving and doesn't want to take the dog.
He wants a puppy now.
14)

What does Sadie suggest may be influencing Jo's recent behavior? (from Chapter 13)

Alcohol.
Guilt.
Depression.
Grief.
15)

Where does Jo rarely go? (from Chapter 6)

Concerts.
Museums.
Parties.
Church.
16)

Why does Eli say he has confided in Jo? (from Chapter 11)

He thought it would help put the past behind him.
He wanted to shock her.
He wants Daniel's spiritual's advice.
He wants her to testify on his behalf.
17)

Why has Sadie called Jo? (from Chapter 13)

To say that Jean Bennett will no longer work with Sadie.
To get her opinion on a house she wants to buy.
To invite her to come for dinner on Friday.
To ask if she wants to go shopping this weekend.
18)

What consumes Jo's thoughts about Eli? (from Chapter 10)

If he really loves Jean.
If he needs some counseling.
If he will propose an affair.
If he would consider a change in career.
19)

Jo feels that the only people who will believe Eli's version of the story are ______________________. (from Chapter 14)

Dana's family.
People Jo does not care about.
The police detectives.
Her daughters.
20)

How can Jo's visit with her mother be characterized? (from Chapter 15)

Tense.
Peaceful.
Sullen.
Frantic.
21)

Which of the following is NOT one of Jo's daughters? (from Chapter 8)

Nora.
Cass.
Sadie.
Megan.
22)

Why did Eli decide to move into the group house? (from Chapter 11)

To re-ignite his affair with Dana.
To be closer to campus.
To make new friends.
To get cheap rent.
23)

What does Daniel do after the party guests leave? (from Chapter 9)

Empties ashtrays.
Loads the dishwasher.
Goes to bed.
Walks the dogs.
24)

Why does Jo take an indirect route home? (from Chapter 11)

She wants time to think.
There were a few road detours.
She doesn't want Eli to follow her.
She gets lost on the way.
25)

What holiday occurs in Chapter 6? (from Chapter 6)

Halloween.
Fourth of July.
Christmas.
New Year's Day.
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