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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who lends Sutpen cotton seeds for his plantation?
(a) General Compson.
(b) Mr. Akers.
(c) Mr. Coldfield.
(d) Jefferson's hospitality committee.

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

3. What is the relationship between Quentin Compson and Rosa Coldfield?
(a) She is his teacher.
(b) She is his aunt.
(c) They are neighbors.
(d) She is his step-sister.

4. What is Mr. Coldfiled's association with Sutpen after the marriage?
(a) Mr. Coldfield is Sutpen's brother-in-law.
(b) Mr. Coldfield is Sutpen's business associate.
(c) Mr. Coldfield is Sutpen's father-in-law.
(d) Mr. Coldfield is one of the townspeople who turned his back on Sutpen.

5. What is the relationship between Ellen Sutpen and Rosa Coldfield?
(a) They are sisters.
(b) Ellen is Rosa's aunt.
(c) They are best friends.
(d) They are cousins.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. To whom does Sutpen become engaged shortly after he is arrested?

3. Who posts bond so Sutpen can be released from jail?

4. Where is Ellen Sutpen at the time of Rosa's story?

5. Who wants Stupen and his bride to have a big wedding?

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