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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 10-15.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 1, what does Miles think Missy's reaction to Jonah's troubles would have been?
(a) She would have had them under control before they even happened.
(b) She would have punished Jonah.
(c) She would have blamed the teacher.
(d) She would have bought Jonah a dozen tutors.

2. What drink does Sarah tell Miles she has first thing in the morning?
(a) Coffee.
(b) Tea.
(c) Milk.
(d) Juice.

3. In Chapter 5, what does Miles think is the difference between his attraction to Missy and his attraction to Sarah?
(a) With Sarah, it is new and unfamiliar.
(b) With Missy, it was more intense.
(c) With Sarah, it is less immediate.
(d) With Missy, it was always changing, always new.

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

5. In Chapter 4, what excuse does the unnamed narrator suggest Miles might have made for Missy returning late the night of her death?
(a) She stopped to complain about him to her mother.
(b) She stopped to speak someone from work.
(c) She stopped to have a drink at the Tavern.
(d) She stopped to pick up a fresh bottle of wine.

Short Answer Questions

1. What treat does Sarah provide in Chapter 7 during her first tutoring session with Jonah?

2. What was the weather like the day of Missy Ryan's funeral?

3. What gift does Miles bring to Sarah on their first date?

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

5. What is the point of view used in the majority of this novel?

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