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

2. Who is Caleb Bradham?
(a) Inventor of Pepsi-Cola.
(b) Inventor of Coca-Cola.
(c) Inventor of Dr. Pepper.
(d) Inventor of 7-Up.

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

4. With whom does Sarah go shopping in Chapter 6?
(a) Her friend, Brenda.
(b) Her mother.
(c) Her father.
(d) Her brother.

5. In what year was Jonah born?
(a) 2001.
(b) 1991.
(c) 1971.
(d) 1981.

Short Answer Questions

1. How old was Missy Ryan when she was killed?

2. In Chapter 3, what complaint does Miles silently make about Sarah's classroom during their first meeting?

3. In Chapter 5, why does Miles think Missy's killer ran from the scene of the accident?

4. What is the question the unnamed narrator asks as he begins the prologue?

5. In Chapter 4, what does the unnamed narrator say people expected initially in the investigation of Missy's death?

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