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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Macon call the small, expensive grocery store?
(a) Because it's his favorite store.
(b) Because he can't face going into the store.
(c) Because Sarah works there.
(d) Because it's the only one open late.

2. What does Sarah want to pick up at the house?
(a) A navy rug from the dining room.
(b) A painting from the den.
(c) A table from the kitchen.
(d) A sofa from the living room.

3. What year do Macon and Sarah meet?
(a) 1958.
(b) 1948.
(c) 1968.
(d) 1978.

4. How do the Leary children find out they are not going to be world travelers, like their mother said?
(a) Their mother is afraid to fly.
(b) Their mother dies in a car accident.
(c) Their mother loses all her savings after the stock market crash.
(d) They are met at the Baltimore airport by their grandparents.

5. What is Sarah wearing on the drive back from their vacation?
(a) A strapless terry dress.
(b) Shorts and a sweater.
(c) A skirt and t-shirt.
(d) A blouse and jeans.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is one thing that Macon does NOT schedule?

2. Where does Macon travel to on his first trip in the novel?

3. When Macon thinks of Sarah in her apartment, what does he imagine?

4. What advice does Garner give to Macon regarding Sarah?

5. According to Macon, what is a huge waste of energy?

(see the answer key)

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