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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 16.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Macon, what is the main reason he can't come to dinner at Muriel's?
(a) Macon has an urgent meeting with Julian.
(b) Macon is still in love with Sarah.
(c) Macon has no interest in women since Ethan died.
(d) Macon wants to cook for her instead.

2. What is Macon's response to his discovery when he goes back to his house after the storm?
(a) Macon is despondent, but glad the insurance company will take care of it.
(b) Macon is relieved that everything is fine.
(c) Macon is nonchalant, and confident the insurance company will take care of it.
(d) Macon is upset, sure that the insurance company won't pay for it.

3. Why does Macon breathe a sigh of relief at Rose and Julian's wedding?
(a) Macon realizes he didn't forget to bring the ring.
(b) Macon sees that Sarah has also brought her new boyfriend.
(c) Macon sees Muriel release herself from his mother's grasp.
(d) Macon notices the weather getting better.

4. Where does Rose and Julian's wedding ceremony take place?
(a) Outside at the Leary household.
(b) At the courthouse.
(c) In a rented hall.
(d) At a Lutheran church.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Why does Muriel call Macon after he's picked up Edward from Meow-Bow?

3. What's significant about the country Grandfather Leary says he's sailing to?

4. What is significant about the day Macon wakes from his dream about Grandfather Leary?

5. What sound should Macon make when Edward does something positive?

(see the answer key)

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