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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 3-9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 1, what one reason does Miles realize is stopping him from moving on with his life since Missy's death?
(a) His obligations to his in-laws.
(b) Jonah.
(c) The small town atmosphere and lack of single women.
(d) Missy's death is still an unsolved case.

2. In Chapter 4, what does the unnamed narrator say people expected initially in the investigation of Missy's death?
(a) It would turn out to be a drunk driver.
(b) That Miles would be arrested quickly.
(c) The responsible party would be found quickly.
(d) That an out-of-towner did it.

3. Who is Mrs. Knowlson?
(a) Miles' former teacher.
(b) Miles' neighbor.
(c) Miles' aunt.
(d) Miles' cousin.

4. Who is Charlie Curtis?
(a) Sheriff, Miles's boss, and Miles' friend.
(b) One of Sarah's students.
(c) Sarah's ex-husband.
(d) Principal of New Bern Elementary.

5. What sport does Jonah Ryan play?
(a) Football.
(b) Baseball.
(c) Soccer.
(d) Basketball.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does the unnamed narrator say Missy worked shortly after her wedding to Miles?

2. From where does Miles hear gunfire?

3. What pose do the two boys inside the abandoned house take as they make there way out to Miles?

4. In Chapter 1, what reason does Miles give Jonah for not making pancakes for breakfast?

5. Where did Sarah live before moving to New Bern?

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