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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Shreve's nickname for Thomas Sutpen?
(a) The devil.
(b) The fighter.
(c) The idiot.
(d) The demon.

2. What does Jason Compson believe Henry found to be objectionable about Charles' past?
(a) The fact that Charles had written letters to Judith.
(b) The fact that Charles lived in New Orleans.
(c) The fact that Charles was not of a known family.
(d) The fact that Charles married his mistress.

3. Who is the primary subject of discussion in Chapter 8?
(a) Charles Bon.
(b) Judith Sutpen.
(c) Thomas Sutpen.
(d) Quentin Compson.

4. From whom does Sutpen purchase his land?
(a) Ikkemotubbe, a Native American.
(b) The Jefferson bank.
(c) Mr. Coldfield.
(d) General Compson.

5. What is Rosa preparing as a wedding gift for Judith?
(a) She is making Judith's wedding dress.
(b) She is making undergarments for Judith's trousseau.
(c) She is knitting Judith a sweater.
(d) She is writing out instructions on how to cook.

Short Answer Questions

1. What happens to Rosa Coldfield's aunt when Rosa was ten?

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

3. Who writes the letter that is presented in Chapter 4?

4. What happens to Charles Bon's son after his mother dies?

5. In Chapter 4, the reason why Henry rejects his family and his birthright is revealed. What is that reason?

(see the answer key)

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