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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. On their training expedition with Edward, what does Muriel ask Macon?
(a) To get another dog so that Edward won't be so lonely.
(b) To come to dinner because it would be good for Alexander to spend time around a man.
(c) To stop calling her as she no longer wants to see him.
(d) To take a trip to Florida with her and Alexander.

2. What is Rose giving Julian for Christmas?
(a) A set of golf clubs.
(b) Nothing.
(c) A sweater she is knitting.
(d) A book about Churchill.

3. What is the dilemma the Leary's face about Thanksgiving?
(a) No one likes turkey but they feel compelled by tradition to have it.
(b) Who to invite, since they don't like one another's friends.
(c) Where to have Thanksgiving, at the house or in the city.
(d) They don't want to have a big dinner since it's just the four of them.

4. According to Macon, what is unusual about Rose's life?
(a) She has traveled all over the world, and has never lived in one place for long.
(b) She has been married several times.
(c) She is not married or employed and takes care of her brothers.
(d) She lives all by herself, and has never had a partner.

5. Where does Macon and his niece, Susan, travel to?
(a) D.C.
(b) New York.
(c) Boston.
(d) Philadelphia.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. According to Macon, what does his mother treat like a religion?

3. According to Garner, how does Macon react to the neighbors' offers of help after Edward dies?

4. According to Muriel, what can't Norman handle regarding Alexander?

5. What is Macon's injury?

(see the answer key)

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