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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. 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 shooting skills.
(c) His ability to drink hard liquor.
(d) His ability to win at cards.

2. Where is Sutpen's architect from?
(a) Spain.
(b) Jefferson.
(c) Martinique.
(d) New Orleans.

3. Where is the visitor who Henry brings home for Christmas from?
(a) Greenfield.
(b) Oxford.
(c) New Orleans.
(d) Jackson.

4. In what year does the novel begin?
(a) 1909.
(b) 1900.
(c) 1875.
(d) 1833.

5. Where does Thomas Sutpen get the money to build his estate?
(a) He had been a banker.
(b) No one knows.
(c) A family inheritance.
(d) He is a horse trader.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Thomas Sutpen comes to Jefferson, what does the town notice that is strange about his appearance?

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

3. Where does Rosa meet Charles Bon?

4. Why does Sutpen get arrested?

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

(see the answer key)

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