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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Thomas Sutpen comes to Jefferson, what does the town notice that is strange about his appearance?
(a) He is missing a leg.
(b) He looks as if he had been ill.
(c) He is wearing a brand-new suit.
(d) He is extremely short.

2. In Chapter 2, which characters are talking about the story of Thomas Sutpen?
(a) Rosa Coldfield and Jason Compson.
(b) Jason Compson and Quentin Compson.
(c) Rosa Coldfield and Quentin Compson.
(d) General Compson and Quentin Compson.

3. Why does Thomas Sutpen stop attending church?
(a) His son dies.
(b) The preacher asks him to.
(c) His wife is embarrassed about her clothes.
(d) He becomes ill.

4. After Sutpen's estate has been built but left unfurnished for several years, he leaves Jefferson for a short period of time. What does he return with?
(a) Spanish gold.
(b) Another architect.
(c) An interior designer.
(d) Luxurious furnishings for his house.

5. Where is Ellen Sutpen at the time of Rosa's story?
(a) She is dead.
(b) In New Orleans.
(c) In Connecticut.
(d) At home.

Short Answer Questions

1. Upon hearing that Judith is engaged, what does Rosa offer to teach Judith?

2. Where does Thomas Sutpen get the money to build his estate?

3. What does Mr. Coldfield do during the war?

4. After Sutpen's house is built but still unfurnished, what does Sutpen invite Jeffersonians out to Sutpen's Hundred to do?

5. What are the names of Sutpen's two daughters?

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