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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

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. Why does Sarah tell her mother Miles agreed to work Thanksgiving Day?
(a) He can enjoy the peace and quiet of the empty station.
(b) He can escape the neverending football games.
(c) They need extra help at the drunk driving checkpoints.
(d) He can have Christmas off.

3. What treat does Sarah provide in Chapter 7 during her first tutoring session with Jonah?
(a) Cup cakes.
(b) Twinkies.
(c) Ice cream.
(d) Oreos.

4. 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 get some fresh air.
(c) To be alone.
(d) To check on Jonah.

5. What object became a symbol of the love between Harris and Kathryn Presser?
(a) Two burning candles in a window.
(b) A bouquet of gladiolas.
(c) A strong oak tree.
(d) Six yellow roses.

6. What type of bushes does Miles plant in his garden to please Sarah?
(a) Roses.
(b) Bougainvillaea.
(c) Holly.
(d) Camelias.

7. In Chapter 3, what item does Miles offer to buy for Sarah in exchange for her work with Jonah?
(a) A fan.
(b) A gross of crayons for the students.
(c) A meal out.
(d) An English textbook.

8. In Chapter 1, what reason does Miles give Jonah for not making pancakes for breakfast?
(a) They are running late.
(b) Pancakes are too high in carbs.
(c) Toaster waffles are easier to make.
(d) He tends to burn pancakes.

9. In Chapter 1, what is Miles doing as he sits on his back porch?
(a) Drinking.
(b) Talking on the phone.
(c) Crying.
(d) Smoking.

10. How old is Miles Ryan as the book begins?
(a) Twenty.
(b) Forty.
(c) Thirty-two.
(d) Twenty-nine.

11. For what reason does Miss Harkins say Harris Presser did not join the Confederate army during the Civil War?
(a) He had a deformed foot.
(b) He no money for the required uniform.
(c) He was an only son and his parents asked him not to.
(d) He was deaf.

12. In Chapter 1, what does Miles realize he is tired of?
(a) Being a sheriff's deputy.
(b) Being an object of pity.
(c) Being a single parent.
(d) Being lonely.

13. In Chapter 3, what complaint does Miles silently make about Sarah's classroom during their first meeting?
(a) It is too hot.
(b) It is too claustrophobic.
(c) It is too chaotic.
(d) It is too childishly decorated.

14. What does the unnamed narrator say was the center of Missy and Miles' life?
(a) Their friends.
(b) Their jobs.
(c) Their son.
(d) Their family.

15. In Chapter 15, how does Maureen introduce Miles to all of Sarah's relatives during Thanksgiving dinner?
(a) As her friend.
(b) As her boyfriend.
(c) As her cousin.
(d) As her student's father.

Short Answer Questions

1. What garment does Sarah's mother forbid her from wearing on her first date with Miles?

2. In Chapter 9, what does Miles watch after Jonah has gone to bed?

3. In Chapter 2, what does Miles learn Otis Timson is claiming against him?

4. What university does Sarah say her brother, Brian, attends?

5. In Chapter 6, what excuse does Sarah learn she can use if she is ever late for an appointment again?

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