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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After what major event does Rosa Coldfield move to Sutpen's estate?
(a) After the death of her sister.
(b) After the birth of Judith Sutpen.
(c) After the death of her father.
(d) After the death of her mother.

2. Who does Henry bring home from college for Christmas one year?
(a) His English professor.
(b) Charles Akers.
(c) Quentin Compson.
(d) Charles Bon.

3. What is Rosa preparing as a wedding gift for Judith?
(a) She is knitting Judith a sweater.
(b) She is making undergarments for Judith's trousseau.
(c) She is writing out instructions on how to cook.
(d) She is making Judith's wedding dress.

4. In Chapter 3, who is the primary narrator of the Thomas Sutpen story?
(a) Thomas Sutpen.
(b) Jason Compson.
(c) Quentin Compson.
(d) Rosa Coldfield.

5. What does Mr. Coldfield do with his store when the war breaks out?
(a) Burns it.
(b) Turns it into a church.
(c) Locks it up.
(d) Sells it.

Short Answer Questions

1. How old is Thomas Sutpen when he returns from the war?

2. Why does Rosa leave Sutpen's estate in Chapter 5?

3. What does Thomas Sutpen do during the war?

4. What is the name of Thomas Sutpen's first child?

5. Why does Sutpen leave his first wife?

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