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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Julian, what will the next series be about?
(a) Major South American cities.
(b) Major U.S. cities.
(c) Major European cities.
(d) Major Canadian cities.

2. What does Macon feel after thinking of Sarah in her apartment?
(a) Grateful for his own environment.
(b) Sad at losing her.
(c) Longing to be close to someone.
(d) Happy for her.

3. What do Sarah and Macon listen to after Macon pulls over?
(a) The news.
(b) A song that played at their wedding.
(c) The traffic from the street.
(d) The rain beating on the overhang above them.

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

5. What does Edward do each time Muriel leaves after training?
(a) Barks.
(b) Runs.
(c) Moans.
(d) Growls.

6. What sound should Macon make when Edward does something positive?
(a) Cluck.
(b) Snap.
(c) Clap.
(d) Whistle.

7. According to Grandfather Leary, who is the best Leary?
(a) Charles.
(b) Macon.
(c) Rose.
(d) Sarah.

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

9. Why has Julian tracked Macon down at his childhood home?
(a) Julian went to his house and found it empty.
(b) Julian has his paycheck.
(c) Julian is angry because Macon has missed a deadline.
(d) Julian wants to invite him to dinner.

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

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

12. What is Macon's reaction to Sarah's wish regarding their separation?
(a) Macon is happy: he wants to start dating again.
(b) Macon is upset; he doesn't want to start counseling.
(c) Macon is shocked; he thought they could work things out.
(d) Macon is thrilled; he is glad they are getting back together.

13. According to Macon, what does his mother treat like a religion?
(a) Change.
(b) Honesty.
(c) Rules.
(d) Cleanliness.

14. What does Sarah tell Macon in the car?
(a) He doesn't love her anymore.
(b) He is not a comfort and his little habits are wearisome.
(c) She still loves him after all these years.
(d) She feels sick and wants him to pull over.

15. What is the main reason Macon keeps Edward?
(a) Edward is a good watchdog.
(b) Macon wants his company.
(c) Edward belongs to Sarah.
(d) Edward belonged to Ethan.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Macon daydream about when Sarah calls?

2. What restaurant do Macon and Sarah agree to meet at for dinner?

3. How does Macon feel about writing the next series?

4. What is the reason Muriel marries and divorces her husband, Norman?

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

(see the answer keys)

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