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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who builds Sutpen's house?
(a) The local construction company.
(b) A group of soldiers.
(c) Jefferson laborers.
(d) Sutpen and his slaves.

2. To whom does Sutpen become engaged shortly after he is arrested?
(a) Mr. Akers' daughter.
(b) One of his slaves.
(c) Rosa Coldfield.
(d) Ellen Coldfield.

3. Who helps Thomas Sutpen when he comes to Jefferson in 1833?
(a) Quentin's father.
(b) The town preacher.
(c) Ellen Coldfield.
(d) Quentin's grandfather.

4. After Sutpen's house is built but still unfurnished, what does Sutpen invite Jeffersonians out to Sutpen's Hundred to do?
(a) Fish.
(b) Hunt, drink, play cards, and watch slaves fight for entertainment.
(c) Help him decorate the house.
(d) Watch dog fighting.

5. Who is Rosa engaged to at one point in her life?
(a) Henry Sutpen.
(b) Quentin Compson.
(c) Thomas Sutpen.
(d) Mr. Compson.

Short Answer Questions

1. From whom does Sutpen purchase his land?

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

3. In what state is Jefferson located?

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

5. Why does Stupen's bride cry on her wedding day?

(see the answer key)

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