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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does Macon display flexibility in his schedule?
(a) He takes an afternoon break on Wednesdays.
(b) He switches to eating at restaurants.
(c) He switches to showering at night.
(d) He works three days a week instead of five.

2. How does Macon spend his time after returning from his trip?
(a) Researching his next trip.
(b) Working on his book.
(c) Organizing the household.
(d) Watching TV.

3. At his childhood home, what does Macon give Julian that Julian has NOT asked for?
(a) The remaining pages of a novel he is writing.
(b) The final draft of his autobiography.
(c) The remaining pages of his manuscript.
(d) The first draft of his next book.

4. How does Macon get injured?
(a) Macon trips over the sidewalk on his way home from the store.
(b) Edward knocks Macon to the ground after the cat spooks him.
(c) Edward bites Macon on his leg.
(d) Macon falls down the stairs while carrying groceries.

5. Who raises Macon and his siblings after their father dies in the war?
(a) Their aunt.
(b) Their step-father.
(c) Their mother.
(d) Their grandparents.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Julian calls, what does Macon negotiate for?

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

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

4. Why does Macon feel inadequate with Muriel?

5. How do the Leary children find out they are not going to be world travelers, like their mother said?

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