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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what year does Stupen's marriage take place?
(a) 1833.
(b) 1909.
(c) 1865.
(d) 1838.

2. Shortly after Sutpen comes to Jefferson, he demonstrates a talent that both impresses and intimidates the town. What is that talent?
(a) His horse-taming skills.
(b) His ability to win at cards.
(c) His shooting skills.
(d) His ability to drink hard liquor.

3. Why does Sutpen choose the bride he does?
(a) Her father is rich and Sutpen wanted a large dowry.
(b) He meets her at church and falls in love with her immediately.
(c) She is the most beautiful woman in Jefferson.
(d) Her father is one of the most respectable men in Jefferson.

4. What is the name of Thomas Sutpen's estate?
(a) Sutpen's Farm.
(b) Sutpen's Castle.
(c) Sutpen's Manor.
(d) Sutpen's Hundred.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Quentin Compson going to leave Jefferson in the fall?

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

3. In Chapter 2, which characters are talking about the story of Thomas Sutpen?

4. Why does Thomas Sutpen stop attending church?

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

(see the answer key)

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