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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 15.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What advice does Garner give to Macon regarding Sarah?
(a) Macon should ask for forgiveness.
(b) Macon should let her know he cares.
(c) Macon should tell her it's over for good.
(d) Macon should tell her he doesn't love her.

2. According to Muriel, what can't Norman handle regarding Alexander?
(a) Alexander's medical bills and the fact that he's not like other kids.
(b) Alexander's constant need for attention and approval.
(c) Alexander's bad behavior and truancy at school.
(d) Alexander's cries in the middle of the night that wakes him up.

3. What happens to Muriel and Norman's son, Alexander, when he's born?
(a) Alexander is born blind.
(b) Alexander is born very prematurely.
(c) Alexander is born with fetal alcohol syndrome.
(d) Alexander is born with a hole in his heart.

4. According to Garner, who else has been looking for Macon?
(a) Edward.
(b) Muriel.
(c) Sarah.
(d) Porter.

5. How do the Leary children react to the news that they are not going to be world travelers?
(a) They couldn't be happier.
(b) They refuse to talk about it.
(c) They are despondent.
(d) They are understanding.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who raises Macon and his siblings after their father dies in the war?

2. Who is brave enough to try Rose's turkey at Thanksgiving?

3. What do Macon and Susan discuss at dinner?

4. What is Macon's injury?

5. Why does Macon stay at his childhood home after his injury?

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