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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part V (Chapters 23 - 30).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 13, what is one of Barbra's predominant feelings about Victor's impending death?
(a) She is very sad that they never made peace with each other.
(b) She is furious that they did not have more time together.
(c) She is happy that he is dying and she will soon be free from his abuse.
(d) She is upset about how close Victor and her son Gary had grown.

2. In Chapter 15, who do Twyla and Gary see in Twyla's home town that they realize is a mutual acquaintance?
(a) Alex.
(b) Barbra.
(c) Darcy.
(d) Sadie.

3. In Chapter 23, how does Gary think of his mother's influence on him?
(a) She was the one who taught him how to do everything he knows how to do professionally.
(b) She was cold and absent.
(c) She was cheerful and loving.
(d) She was never home because of her career.

4. In Chapter 22, what happens when Gary and Twyla have sex?
(a) Gary tells Twyla he has just had an affair with someone.
(b) It is awkward at first, but then it gets more comfortable.
(c) Gary storms out of the house because Twyla is upset.
(d) Twyla tells Gary they need to stop because she is uncomfortable.

5. In Chapter 13, who does Alex hear sobbing in the hospital parking garage?
(a) Sadie.
(b) Avery.
(c) Gary.
(d) Twyla.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 12, what kind of things did Barbra's father sell when she was a girl?

2. In Chapter 24, what kind of tree does Sharon have that she uses for preserves?

3. In Chapter 1, what does Victor like to drink most often?

4. In Chapter 12, what is the main reason Barbra breaks it off with her fiance?

5. In Chapter 24, which boyfriend of Sharon's does she try to escape by moving away from the city?

(see the answer key)

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