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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part II: The Postman.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What word does Willem use to describe his parents' reaction to his announcement about college?
(a) Proud.
(b) Dumbfounded.
(c) Shocked.
(d) Bemused.

2. In what year of college is Willem enrolled when Hemming undergoes surgery?
(a) Second.
(b) Fifth.
(c) First.
(d) Third.

3. At what type of location had Hemming spent his days throughout his life?
(a) An assisted living center.
(b) A rehabilitation facility.
(c) A camp program.
(d) His parents' home.

4. Which of Willem's family members dies first?
(a) His mother.
(b) Hemming.
(c) Sven.
(d) His father.

5. What object did Brother Luke give to Jude on his fifth birthday?
(a) A key.
(b) A scarf.
(c) A sweater.
(d) A fossil.

Short Answer Questions

1. What strategy does Willem adopt during Jude's episodes of extreme pain?

2. Upon the opening of the novel, Jude has just graduated from what kind of school?

3. Willem's friends tease him about what aspect of his character?

4. Who accuses Jude of stealing an object from him?

5. In what season does Willem decide that he will never go home again?

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