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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Thomas Sutpen marry?
(a) Ellen Coldfield.
(b) Rosa Coldfield.
(c) Judith Sutpen.
(d) Ellen Compson.

2. What military conflict has Miss Coldfield lived through?
(a) The Spanish-American War.
(b) World War I.
(c) The Civil War.
(d) World War II.

3. Why does Stupen's bride cry on her wedding day?
(a) Her father disapproves of the marriage.
(b) Most of Jefferson refuses to attend the wedding.
(c) Her mother can not attend the wedding.
(d) She hates Sutpen.

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

5. What is Rosa Coldfield's father's occupation?
(a) He is a tailor.
(b) He is a preacher.
(c) He is a merchant.
(d) He is a farmer.

Short Answer Questions

1. Shortly after Sutpen comes to Jefferson, he demonstrates a talent that both impresses and intimidates the town. What is that talent?

2. Why does Rosa move to Sutpen's estate?

3. What is the relationship between Quentin Compson and Rosa Coldfield?

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

5. What type of currency does Sutpen use to purchase his land?

(see the answer key)

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