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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. How does Muriel respond to Macon's reminder?
(a) Muriel is upset but thanks him for reminding her.
(b) Muriel is grateful for Macon's help around the house.
(c) Muriel is relieved that he called because she would have forgotten Alexander.
(d) Muriel is outraged that he left her and Alexander and has the nerve to call her about bee stings.

3. Who first greets Macon, Muriel, and Alexander when they arrive for Christmas?
(a) Muriel's mother.
(b) Muriel's teenage sister, Claire.
(c) Muriel's cousin from Alabama.
(d) The Dugan's dog, Max.

4. On the plane to Paris, what unexpected sight greets Macon?
(a) Sarah.
(b) Julian.
(c) Muriel.
(d) Charles.

5. What city does Macon visit when Baltimore is covered in ice?
(a) San Francisco.
(b) San Diego.
(c) Seattle.
(d) St. Louis.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Mr. Dugan preoccupied?

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

3. What major life decision does Macon make in Paris?

4. Why does Muriel tell Macon about the previous boyfriend who, after he began to trust women again, left her for a stewardess?

5. What does the plumber tell Sarah about the damage to the house?

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