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

2. In Chapter 19, who tries to stop Miles from leaving the sheriff's office?
(a) Charlie.
(b) Brenda.
(c) Sims.
(d) Sarah.

3. What does the narrator say Missy was wearing on the day he hit her?
(a) White sweats and a blue shirt.
(b) Blue shorts and a white shirt.
(c) White sweats and a green shirt.
(d) Blue shorts and a green shirt.

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

5. In Chapter 18, why does the narrator say he failed to contact the police the day after Missy's death?
(a) He did not remember committing the crime.
(b) He was afraid of being arrested.
(c) He was afraid of Miles.
(d) He did not feel responsible.

Short Answer Questions

1. How much does the unnamed narrator claim he paid for his car?

2. In Chapter 20, what does Charlie tell Miles to do for the rest of the day?

3. For what reason does Miss Harkins say Harris Presser did not join the Confederate army during the Civil War?

4. How long does Sarah say her parents have been married?

5. In Chapter 14, what reason does Sarah give for delaying introducing Miles to her family?

(see the answer key)

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