View a FREE sample

This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who helps Thomas Sutpen when he comes to Jefferson in 1833?
(a) Quentin's grandfather.
(b) Ellen Coldfield.
(c) Quentin's father.
(d) The town preacher.

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

3. In what state is Jefferson located?
(a) Mississippi.
(b) South Carolina.
(c) Massachusetts.
(d) New Orleans.

4. Upon hearing that Judith is engaged, what does Rosa offer to teach Judith?
(a) How to keep a ledger.
(b) How to read.
(c) How to make a wedding dress.
(d) How to keep house and manage other domestic matters.

5. What has Bon replaced the picture Judith had given him with?
(a) A picture of Henry.
(b) A picture of his wife and child.
(c) A picture of himself in his uniform.
(d) A picture of Thomas.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the relationship between Rosa Coldfield and Judith Sutpen?

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

3. What woman does Sutpen turn his attentions to after Rosa leaves Sutpen's estate?

4. What is Shreve's nickname for Thomas Sutpen?

5. Where is Thomas Sutpen born?

(see the answer key)

This section contains 244 words (approx. 1 page at 300 words per page) View a FREE sample