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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What happens when Macon lifts the receiver to call Muriel and apologize?
(a) Edward distracts Macon with his barking.
(b) Macon decides to go to dinner with her after all.
(c) The words freeze in Macon's mouth.
(d) Rose and Julian show up at his door.

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 nonchalant, and confident the insurance company will take care of it.
(c) Macon is relieved that everything is fine.
(d) Macon is upset, sure that the insurance company won't pay for it.

3. What gives Sarah an "emotional jolt" when she sees it?
(a) The house.
(b) The legal papers.
(c) Edward.
(d) Alexander.

4. What announcement does Muriel make to Macon as they are browsing thrift stores?
(a) Muriel announces that she's been hired at the vet hospital.
(b) Muriel announces that she's quit her job.
(c) Muriel announces that she's gotten a raise.
(d) Muriel announces that she's getting back together with her ex-husband.

5. Who calls Macon at a hotel in Winnipeg?
(a) Muriel.
(b) Rose.
(c) Alexander.
(d) Sarah.

6. Why does Charles knock on Muriel's door?
(a) Charles tells Macon his car won't start.
(b) Charles tells Macon he wants him to move back with them.
(c) Charles tells Macon his pipes have burst.
(d) Charles tells Macon he wants Edward to live with him.

7. Why does Sarah want to move back into the house?
(a) The house belongs to Sarah, not Macon.
(b) Sarah and her new boyfriend need a bigger place to stay.
(c) Sarah's lease is up and she can't find another apartment.
(d) Sarah wants to fix it up before they sell it.

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

9. Why does Julian ask Macon for advice regarding his marriage to Rose?
(a) Julian wants to know why Rose is angry with him after Christmas.
(b) Julian wants to know why Rose doesn't want to have children.
(c) Julian wants to know why Rose doesn't want to move to San Diego.
(d) Julian wants to know why Rose moved back in with her brothers.

10. What gift does Macon bring for Muriel's parents?
(a) Cranberry liqueur.
(b) A bottle of Pinot Gris.
(c) A box of chocolates.
(d) An apple pie.

11. Where does Macon take Alexander to while Muriel is at work?
(a) A baseball game.
(b) Shopping for new clothes.
(c) To the park.
(d) A new Disney movie.

12. Who does Muriel threaten with a shotgun?
(a) Julian.
(b) Macon.
(c) Rose.
(d) Norman.

13. What does Julian show Macon that he's going to give to Rose?
(a) A pearl necklace.
(b) A new car.
(c) An engagement ring.
(d) His grandmother's earrings.

14. What is Macon's reaction to Muriel's announcement while they are browsing thrift stores?
(a) Macon is angry at Muriel's irresponsible behavior.
(b) Macon is glad Muriel has a new job.
(c) Macon is happy that Muriel will have more time to spend with him.
(d) Macon is upset that Muriel is leaving him.

15. What does Macon stop on his walk with Edward?
(a) A child running across the street.
(b) Muriel before she goes to work.
(c) Children teasing Alexander.
(d) Neighbors fighting on the lawn.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Macon leaves Baltimore, the city is covered in ice. What is the weather like when Macon returns home ?

2. What is significant about the subdivision Muriel's parents live in?

3. What does Macon teach Alexander to do?

4. What does Charles tell Macon regarding his relationship with Muriel?

5. Who does Macon run into while out with Alexander?

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