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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does the unnamed narrator say Missy worked shortly after her wedding to Miles?
(a) Wachovia Bank.
(b) New Bern Sheriff's office.
(c) New Bern Elementary school.
(d) Mercy Hospital.

2. What university does Sarah say her brother, Brian, attends?
(a) UNC.
(b) UT Austin.
(c) UCLA.
(d) NYU.

3. In Chapter 11, why do Sarah and Miles leave the Tavern before finishing their drinks?
(a) To avoid a fight with Otis Timson.
(b) To be alone.
(c) To check on Jonah.
(d) To get some fresh air.

4. In Chapter 5, what is Miles thinking about as he drives home with Jonah?
(a) Missy.
(b) Missy's death and Sarah and Jonah.
(c) His lunch with Charlie.
(d) Whether he should go fishing over the weekend or not.

5. What does Jonah sleep with every night that Missy gave him?
(a) A teddy bear.
(b) A baby blanket.
(c) A special pillow.
(d) An action figure.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. At the end of Chapter 7, how much longer does Sarah tell Miles she will continue to tutor Jonah?

3. What game do Sarah and Miles play that Sarah proves to be surprisingly good at?

4. Who escorted Missy Ryan's funeral hearse to the cemetery?

5. What does the unnamed narrator say this story is about in the prologue?

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