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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 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 speak someone from work.
(b) She stopped to have a drink at the Tavern.
(c) She stopped to complain about him to her mother.
(d) She stopped to pick up a fresh bottle of wine.

2. Who had the biggest hand in restoring New Bern's historic buildings?
(a) The Daughter's of the Revolution.
(b) A private corporation.
(c) The Rockefeller Foundation.
(d) The residents.

3. For what reason does Sarah realize Miles had so much trouble asking her out?
(a) He does not know how.
(b) He feels disloyal to Missy.
(c) He is afraid of what people will think.
(d) He does not like her enough.

4. What gift does Miles bring to Sarah on their first date?
(a) A dozen red roses.
(b) Six yellow roses.
(c) An expensive bottle of wine.
(d) A box of candy.

5. At what other places does the narrator admit to watching Miles and Jonah other than their home?
(a) Jonah's school and Missy's grave.
(b) Jonah's babysitter and church.
(c) The store and the sheriff's office.
(d) The store and church.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 3, what assumptions did Sarah make about Miles that she found to be incorrect at their first meeting?

2. In Chapter 26, Miles decides he needs to see ___________after leaving the sheriff's office.

3. In Chapter 22, Charlie learns that Earl claims __________set him up for his current conviction.

4. In Chapter 2, why does Sarah say her parents moved to New Bern several years before she did?

5. Who is Mrs. Knowlson?

(see the answer key)

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