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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 4 (pages 74-111).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Birkin feel about the August weather?
(a) He likes it.
(b) He is not pleased by it.
(c) He hates it.
(d) He feels pressured by it.

2. In the first section of the novel, which character affects the plot even in death?
(a) Piers Hebron.
(b) Emily Keach.
(c) Edgar Birkin.
(d) Miss Hebron.

3. Why is Birkin's wife not with him at the church?
(a) He got tired of living with her.
(b) She left him for someone else.
(c) He left her for someone else.
(d) She died.

4. In Section 1, Keach comes across as harsh and unyielding in relation to _______.
(a) Charles Moon.
(b) Miss Hebron.
(c) The station manager.
(d) Piers Hebron.

5. Which of the following is not part of Birkin's daily routine during the summer in Oxgodby?
(a) Eating breakfast in the bell tower.
(b) Sharing a cup of tea with Moon.
(c) Working until 6 in the evening.
(d) Rising at about 4 in the morning.

Short Answer Questions

1. What part of the painting was covered first?

2. What is the man's name who Birkin meets in Ripon who was also in the war?

3. How does Alic respond after Birkin tells her that he finds her attractive?

4. Who does Birkin tell Keach he will contact if he tries to prevent him from finishing his work?

5. What does Alice Keach wear that disguises her age when she comes to visit Birkin?

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