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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 21-28.

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) The small town atmosphere and lack of single women.
(b) His obligations to his in-laws.
(c) Jonah.
(d) Missy's death is still an unsolved case.

2. In Chapter 22, Charlie learns that Earl claims __________set him up for his current conviction.
(a) Clyde Timson.
(b) Otis Timson.
(c) Charlie.
(d) Miles Ryan.

3. What does the narrator say was his first reaction to hitting Missy?
(a) He screamed.
(b) He called the police.
(c) He ran away.
(d) He ran into a fence.

4. At the end of Chapter 7, how much longer does Sarah tell Miles she will continue to tutor Jonah?
(a) Till the end of the semester.
(b) The rest of the year.
(c) A week.
(d) At least a month.

5. What does the narrator see Miles fail to do with Jonah while he is watching them after Missy's death?
(a) Comfort him.
(b) Make him go to bed.
(c) Care for his hygiene.
(d) Speak to him.

Short Answer Questions

1. What failed to happen after Sims Addison's arrest?

2. What aspect of Missy's case bothers Miles the most, according to Brenda in Chapter 8?

3. With whom does Sarah go shopping in Chapter 6?

4. In Chapter 6, what does Sarah say makes her hate Michael so much?

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

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