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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 17.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Macon feel about his burgeoning relationship with Muriel?
(a) Macon is indifferent and is just going through the motions of dating someone new.
(b) Macon doesn't care for her and is only seeing her to make Sarah jealous.
(c) Macon doesn't think he loves her but loves the surprise of her and of him being with her.
(d) Macon is in love her and wants to marry her.

2. How do his neighbors react to the news that Sarah has left?
(a) They don't know Sarah has left him.
(b) They begin to call him day and night.
(c) They ignore him when he waves hello.
(d) They invite him to potluck dinners.

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

4. What is Macon's injury?
(a) A broken arm.
(b) A broken leg.
(c) A fractured wrist.
(d) A fractured ankle.

5. What does Edward do when Muriel arrives for Edward's first lesson?
(a) He barks at her.
(b) He bites her.
(c) He lies down next to her.
(d) He jumps on her.

Short Answer Questions

1. How do the Leary children react to the news that they are not going to be world travelers?

2. What does Sarah want to pick up at the house?

3. What are some of Grandfather Leary's inventions?

4. What is Macon's reaction to Muriel's announcement while they are browsing thrift stores?

5. What is the dilemma the Leary's face about Thanksgiving?

(see the answer key)

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