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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 16-20.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What reason does Miss Harkins give for Harris Presser's arrest and execution?
(a) He was accused of stealing money from the army.
(b) He was accused of being a Union spy.
(c) He was accused of pilfering from war victims.
(d) He was accused of being a Confederate spy.

2. In Chapter 12, what plans does Jonah make with friends?
(a) A sleepover.
(b) A trip to the beach.
(c) A birthday party.
(d) A trip to the movies.

3. In Chapter 2, what does Sarah think New Bern is perfect for doing?
(a) Starting life over after a divorce.
(b) Writing a historical novel.
(c) Raising children.
(d) Finding romance.

4. What gift does Miles bring to Sarah on their first date?
(a) Six yellow roses.
(b) A box of candy.
(c) A dozen red roses.
(d) An expensive bottle of wine.

5. In Chapter 15, how does Maureen introduce Miles to all of Sarah's relatives during Thanksgiving dinner?
(a) As her boyfriend.
(b) As her friend.
(c) As her student's father.
(d) As her cousin.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 20, what does Charlie tell Miles to do for the rest of the day?

2. What is the first thing Charlie notices as being wrong with Sims' story?

3. In Chapter 4, how many witnesses does the unnamed narrator say there were to Missy's death?

4. In Chapter 7, what does Miles find himself wondering about Sarah?

5. Who is Caleb Bradham?

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