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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Who posts bond so Sutpen can be released from jail?
(a) Mr. Akers
(b) The Methodist minister.
(c) One of Sutpen's slaves.
(d) Mr. Coldfield and General Compson.

3. How old is Rosa when Ellen dies?
(a) Forty.
(b) Ten.
(c) Twenty-five.
(d) Seventeen.

4. Which three characters have speaking roles in Chapter 1?
(a) Ellen Sutpen, Rosa Coldfield, and Quentin Compson.
(b) Thompas Sutpen, Quentin Compson, and Ellen Coldfield.
(c) Rosa Coldfield, Quentin Compson, and Mr. Compson.
(d) Quentin Compson, Mr. Compson, and Ellen Coldfield.

5. What does Mr. Coldfield do during the war?
(a) Moves to New Orleans.
(b) Startes a store in Jefferson.
(c) Fights for the South.
(d) Locks himself in his attic.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is Quentin while he's listening to the story about Thomas Sutpen?

2. Where does Supten live for the first few months of his residence in Jefferson?

3. What is the relationship between Ellen Sutpen and Rosa Coldfield?

4. What do Ellen and Judith do in Jefferson for entertainment?

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

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